Chapter 7 144 Addressing the diversity in needs • Optimistically Engaged Reach through eHealth by implementing a blended system that maintains and emphasizes the personal connection with healthcare providers to support existing healthy behavior. • Doubtfully Disadvantaged Support through eHealth by simplifying medical content, having good usability, fostering a sense of achievement and control, and involve community networks to provide emotional and motivational support. • Complexly Challenged Integrate socio-economic and community support programs, easy access to professional advice, and gamification to encourage enjoyment. Sharing knowledge • Bridge theory and practice Develop and disseminate accessible knowledge tools like guides, prototypes, and annotated portfolios to make academic research applicable to practitioners. • Practical outcomes Encourage funding institutions and academic journals to prioritize projects and publications demonstrating the practical application of research in equitable eHealth interventions. Design and process • Resources Allocate sufficient resources for inclusivity and participatory design from the start, prioritizing early user involvement to tailor interventions to diverse needs. • Participatory design Enhance interventions through participatory design to ensure alignment with user needs, providing a flexible approach to behavior change tailored to specific group needs.
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTk4NDMw