Study summary
The user experience of ambulatory assessment and mood monitoring in depression: a systematic review and meta-synthesis
Laurence Astill Wright et al. ·
npj Digital Medicine
Systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies on user experience of mood monitoring and ambulatory assessment in depression—barriers, facilitators, and desired features.
Key points
Seven overarching themes: negative psychological effects, perceived usefulness, difficulties completing, sharing with others, desired features, purpose of monitoring, clinician barriers/facilitators
Many find monitoring helpful; others report burden—design and dosage matter
14 qualitative studies included; benefit is strongest with clear purpose, low friction, and meaningful feedback
Main takeaways
- Seven overarching themes: negative psychological effects, perceived usefulness, difficulties completing, sharing with others, desired features, purpose of monitoring, clinician barriers/facilitators
- Many find monitoring helpful; others report burden—design and dosage matter
- 14 qualitative studies included; benefit is strongest with clear purpose, low friction, and meaningful feedback
Relevance for the app
Basis for user-centred design of mood check, history, and continuity in the app
Put it into practice
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