Jennifer Dickman Portz1,2. 1. University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado, USA. 2. Colorado State University, School of Social Work, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To examine the current evidence related to the efficacy of web-based chronic disease self-management interventions (web-based SM) for older populations. METHODS: A search of experimental and quasi-experimental publications related to older adults and web-based SM was conducted. The search identified 12 articles representing 10 distinct studies that were used for review and critique. RESULTS: Articles most frequently investigated web-based SM targeting diabetes and heart disease. Interventions incorporated a variety of technologies including visual-charting, instant messenger, among others. Overall the web-based SM for older adults resulted in positive effects for most outcomes, including: healthcare utilization, depression, loneliness, social support, quality of life, self-efficacy, anxiety, disease specific outcomes, functioning levels, diet, exercise, and health status. DISCUSSION: While these studies suggest that web-based SM may be effective in producing positive health outcomes for older adults, more research is needed to focus on the efficacy and appropriateness of such interventions for older adults.
OBJECTIVE: To examine the current evidence related to the efficacy of web-based chronic disease self-management interventions (web-based SM) for older populations. METHODS: A search of experimental and quasi-experimental publications related to older adults and web-based SM was conducted. The search identified 12 articles representing 10 distinct studies that were used for review and critique. RESULTS: Articles most frequently investigated web-based SM targeting diabetes and heart disease. Interventions incorporated a variety of technologies including visual-charting, instant messenger, among others. Overall the web-based SM for older adults resulted in positive effects for most outcomes, including: healthcare utilization, depression, loneliness, social support, quality of life, self-efficacy, anxiety, disease specific outcomes, functioning levels, diet, exercise, and health status. DISCUSSION: While these studies suggest that web-based SM may be effective in producing positive health outcomes for older adults, more research is needed to focus on the efficacy and appropriateness of such interventions for older adults.
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Keywords:
chronic disease; disease management; internet interventions
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