Digital Health Literacy and Self-Efficacy Among Caregivers of Individuals with ADRD
Author Information
Author(s): Oh Kyeung Mi, Lee Jung-Ah
Primary Institution: George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, United States; University of California Irvine, Irvine, California, United States
Hypothesis
This study explores the relationship between digital health literacy skills and self-efficacy in utilizing e-health resources among caregivers of individuals with ADRD.
Conclusion
The study found that many caregivers lack confidence in using e-health resources, but those with better digital health literacy skills have higher self-efficacy in managing their health.
Supporting Evidence
- 49.9% of caregivers lacked confidence in utilizing e-health resources.
- Over 70% of caregivers used digital health tools for accessing medical information.
- 57% used health or wellness apps, while 48% used wearable devices.
- 21% engaged in sharing health information on social media.
- 72% watched health-related videos on social media.
- 59% used telehealth services.
- 87% used patient portals for their own health.
Takeaway
Caregivers of people with Alzheimer's often struggle to use online health tools, but learning how to use them better can help them feel more confident about managing health.
Methodology
Data from the Health Information National Trends Survey 2022 were analyzed.
Participant Demographics
Family and unpaid caregivers of individuals with ADRD.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 109.45-112.83, 95% CI: 15.58-15.97, 95% CI: 5.59-5.69
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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