Evaluating the MyopiaEd Digital Intervention
Author Information
Author(s): Mavragani Amaryllis, Zhu Jianfeng, Zou Haidong, Lee Yeonsu, Keel Stuart, Yoon Sangchul
Primary Institution: Yonsei University Health System
Hypothesis
The MyopiaEd program will enhance parental knowledge and promote positive behavioral changes in children’s eye health.
Conclusion
The MyopiaEd program shows potential as a scalable digital intervention to reduce myopia risk in children.
Supporting Evidence
- Significant increases in knowledge about myopia were observed in both groups (P<.001).
- Parents of children with myopia reported increased outdoor time for their children (P=.048).
- 86.7% of children with myopia received eye examinations following the intervention.
Takeaway
This study tested a program that sends messages to parents to help their kids' eye health, and it worked well.
Methodology
Parents received 42 SMS messages over 6 months, with surveys and interviews conducted to assess knowledge and behavior changes.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the predominance of female participants, as cultural norms may influence engagement.
Limitations
The sample size was smaller than intended, and the study did not evaluate long-term impacts.
Participant Demographics
Predominantly female parents of children aged 7 to 8 years, with a mean age of 40.38 years for parents of children with myopia.
Statistical Information
P-Value
P<.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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