The Space From Heart Disease Intervention for People With Cardiovascular Disease and Distress: A Mixed-Methods Study.
Elizabeth Alexandra BarleyAbigail CliftonGeraldine A LeeIan J NormanDavid O'CallaghanKaren TierneyDerek RichardsPublished in: JMIR research protocols (2015)
We have developed an evidence-based, theory-informed, user-led online intervention for improving self-management and well-being in CVD. The use of multiple evaluation tests informed improvements to content and usability. Preliminary acceptability and feasibility has been demonstrated. The Space from Heart Disease intervention is now ready to be tested for effectiveness. This work has also identified that people with CVD symptoms and comorbid distress would be the most appropriate sample for a future randomized controlled trial to evaluate its effectiveness.