Mobile Apps for Caregivers of Older Adults: Quantitative Content Analysis.
Molli R GrossmanDeanah Kim ZakElizabeth M ZelinskiPublished in: JMIR mHealth and uHealth (2018)
Mobile apps have the potential to provide resources, just--in--time information for problem-solving, and stress reduction strategies for caregivers. Many apps offer functions that have been shown to reduce burden and improve health outcomes in caregivers, but few provide emotional support. Using an evidence--based practice approach, mobile apps for caregivers can provide multiple beneficial support functions. Apps can serve a much larger proportion of this highly underserved population in their mobile form than more traditional means, improving their health and quality of life.