Tag: Computers / Internet: Misc.

77 percent of patients would repeat a telephone consult; most beneficial for menopause, fertility, endometriosis follow-up

28.1 percent of apps provided no privacy policies; 47 percent of user data transmission complied with privacy policy

Significant reductions also seen in itch intensity, perceived stress, sleep problems, and depression

Telemedicine use differs based on patient's race or ethnicity, language, and insurance type

Evidence lacking for accuracy of virtual cognitive assessments for diagnosing dementia, mild cognitive impairment in older adults

Perceived barriers to telemedicine use include concerns about patient engagement, unfamiliarity with telemedicine technology

Stepped care offering internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy with in-person CBT if necessary noninferior to in-person CBT only

While time concerns declined after implementation, half of the clinicians reported being less candid in their documentation

Online ratings perceived to be very important nearly as often as word-of-mouth recommendations from family and friends

Increased screen time at age 5 years linked to risks for multiple psychosocial symptoms; fewer risks found for electronic games than program viewing