Digital Technology Use Among Individuals with Schizophrenia: Results of an Online Survey.
Katrina GayJohn B TorousAdam JosephAnand PandyaKen DuckworthPublished in: JMIR mental health (2016)
Survey respondents reported that technology access was common, with utilization involving coping, reminders for medications and appointments, and connection. Overall, attitudes were largely positive. Overuse was a concern for 30% of respondents. The study is limited in its generalizability as the population was highly engaged in mental health treatment (87%), self-identified as living with the disorder, and had awareness of their illness. This survey demonstrates high engagement for a subset of technology-oriented individuals living with schizophrenia. It is not known what percent of individuals with schizophrenia are represented by these technology-oriented survey respondents.