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Title: Mobile apps for dementia awareness, support, and prevention – review and evaluation.
Authors: Chelberg, Georgina R., Neuhaus, Maike, Mothershaw, Adam, Mahoney, Ray, Caffery, Liam J.
Source: Disability & Rehabilitation. Aug2022, Vol. 44 Issue 17, p4909-4920. 12p.
Subjects: Dementia prevention, Health insurance exchanges, Social support, Alzheimer's disease, Caregivers, Mobile apps, Health literacy, Conceptual structures, Comparative studies, Dementia, Research funding, Search engines, Descriptive statistics
Geographic Terms: Australia
Abstract: This review aimed to document the characteristics and appraise the quality of dementia applications (apps) to support persons living with dementia and their caregivers. Systematic searches of the Australian-based Google Play Store, Apple App Store, and relevant websites sought apps with dementia or Alzheimer's information, support for caregivers and persons living with dementia, or prevention content. Apps were screened and subsequently appraised via the mobile application review system (MARS). The majority of the final 75 dementia apps were free to download, but were only available on a single platform. Persons involved in caregiving were the primary audience. App content focused on dementia information, practical caregiving, and communication tips. Language options in addition to English were limited and few apps offered ongoing support. MARS appraisal identified few apps with good "Overall Quality" scores. Apps that were more comprehensive trended towards higher MARS scores. A composite lack of standardised quality indicators and commercial drivers of the marketplace present significant barriers for consumers seeking meaningful dementia information and support. Persons living with dementia and their caregivers would significantly benefit from social and organisational services that assist with navigating the app marketplace. There is significant opportunity for quality digital innovations, including apps, to support home-based, independent dementia care. A composite lack of standardised quality indicators and commercial drivers of the app marketplace present significant barriers for persons living with dementia and their caregivers who seek apps with dementia information and support. Social and organisational services can support the dementia community through assistance with navigating the app marketplace for quality dementia information and support. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: This review aimed to document the characteristics and appraise the quality of dementia applications (apps) to support persons living with dementia and their caregivers. Systematic searches of the Australian-based Google Play Store, Apple App Store, and relevant websites sought apps with dementia or Alzheimer's information, support for caregivers and persons living with dementia, or prevention content. Apps were screened and subsequently appraised via the mobile application review system (MARS). The majority of the final 75 dementia apps were free to download, but were only available on a single platform. Persons involved in caregiving were the primary audience. App content focused on dementia information, practical caregiving, and communication tips. Language options in addition to English were limited and few apps offered ongoing support. MARS appraisal identified few apps with good "Overall Quality" scores. Apps that were more comprehensive trended towards higher MARS scores. A composite lack of standardised quality indicators and commercial drivers of the marketplace present significant barriers for consumers seeking meaningful dementia information and support. Persons living with dementia and their caregivers would significantly benefit from social and organisational services that assist with navigating the app marketplace. There is significant opportunity for quality digital innovations, including apps, to support home-based, independent dementia care. A composite lack of standardised quality indicators and commercial drivers of the app marketplace present significant barriers for persons living with dementia and their caregivers who seek apps with dementia information and support. Social and organisational services can support the dementia community through assistance with navigating the app marketplace for quality dementia information and support. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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