THE SALUTOGENIC EFFICACY OF THE VOICE-ACTIVATED INTELLIGENT PERSONAL ASSISTANT INTERVENTION: A CASE STUDY
2024

Efficacy of Voice-Activated Personal Assistant for Parkinson's Disease

Sample size: 1 publication Evidence: low

Author Information

Author(s): Lau Terence, Leung Angela

Primary Institution: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Hypothesis

The salutogenic VIPA user protocol can improve psychosocial well-being in individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Conclusion

The salutogenic-based VIPA intervention can enhance the psychological well-being and autonomy of individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Supporting Evidence

  • The participant showed a 16-point improvement in the sense of coherence scale.
  • The VIPA intervention was described as enhancing autonomy and environmental mastery.

Takeaway

Using a smart voice assistant can help people with Parkinson's feel better and more in control of their lives.

Methodology

An 8-week pilot RCT with a semi-structured interview conducted post-intervention.

Limitations

The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.

Participant Demographics

One 63-year-old male participant with Parkinson's disease.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.3441

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