Co-Designing the MOSAIC mHealth App With Breast Cancer Survivors
Author Information
Author(s): Mavragani Amaryllis, Peterson Sarah, Eisingerich Andreas, Nuseibeh Betsey Zenk, Johns Shelley A, Shih Patrick C, Lewis Gregory F, Gowan Tayler M, Jordan Evan J
Primary Institution: Indiana University
Hypothesis
Can user-centered design help develop a mobile health app for breast cancer survivors using acceptance and commitment therapy?
Conclusion
The study successfully created an ACT app prototype with input from breast cancer survivors and experts, paving the way for future testing and refinement.
Supporting Evidence
- The app prototype was rated as usable with a mean score of 79.29 on the System Usability Scale.
- Participants found the app acceptable with a mean score of 24.28 on the Acceptability E-scale.
- The design process included input from both breast cancer survivors and ACT experts.
Takeaway
This study worked with breast cancer survivors to create a helpful app that can support them in managing stress and anxiety after treatment.
Methodology
Five user-centered design sessions were held with breast cancer survivors and experts to develop and evaluate the app prototype.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the familiarity of co-designers with ACT and the limited diversity in the sample.
Limitations
The small number of co-designers may not represent all breast cancer survivors, and the study did not assess current stress levels of participants.
Participant Demographics
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