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A Mixed-Methods Approach to the Development, Refinement, and Pilot Testing of Social Networks for Improving Healthy Behaviors.

Sarah HalesGabrielle M Turner-McGrievyArjang FahimAndrew FreixSara WilcoxRachel E DavisMichael HuhnsHomayoun Valafar
Published in: JMIR human factors (2016)
The Social POD app provides an innovative way to re-engage infrequent users by encouraging frequent users to provide social support. Although more time is needed for development, this mHealth intervention can be disseminated broadly for many years and to many individuals without the need for additional intensive in-person hours.
Keyphrases
  • social support
  • depressive symptoms
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • randomized controlled trial
  • study protocol