Factors Affecting Survey Engagement in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Yuankai, Pathiravasan Chathurangi, Rong Jian, Borrelli Belinda, Faro Jamie, Wang Xuzhi, Liu Chunyu, Murabito Joanne
Primary Institution: Boston University School of Public Health
Hypothesis
What factors influence long-term survey response among older adults?
Conclusion
Sociodemographic, health-related, and technological factors significantly influence digital survey engagement among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Lower depressive symptom scores were associated with higher response rates.
- Younger participants (≤75 years) had higher response rates.
- iPhone users had significantly higher response rates compared to Android users.
- Non-drinkers and iPhone users showed less decline in response rates over time.
Takeaway
Older people are more likely to respond to surveys if they are younger, use iPhones, and have fewer depressive symptoms.
Methodology
Multivariable mixed-effects regressions with random intercepts were used to examine associations between factors and response rates.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-selection of participants and reliance on self-reported data.
Limitations
The study may not generalize to all older adults as it focused on a specific cohort from the Framingham Heart Study.
Participant Demographics
Mean age 74 years, 57% women, 86% White.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.009
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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