Controlled trial of an mHealth intervention to promote healthy behaviours in adolescence (TeenPower): Effectiveness analysis.
Pedro SousaRicardo MartinhoCatarina I ReisSara S DiasPedro J S GasparMaria Dos Anjos Coelho Rodrigues DixeLuis S LuisRegina FerreiraPublished in: Journal of advanced nursing (2020)
Adolescents must have the necessary and appropriate knowledge for the correct and responsible decision-making regarding their health and lifestyle. Innovative strategies (mHealth intervention) were used to promote healthy behaviours. This study evaluates the effectiveness of an mHealth intervention (TeenPower) specifically designed for adolescents. We found a significant impact in several lifestyle domains such as health responsibility, nutrition, positive life perspective, and global lifestyle.