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A Continuance Model For A Mobile/Web Based Self-Management System For Adolescent Diabetics: The Role Of Loyalty Incentive, John Laugesen, Khaled Hassanein Jan 2010

A Continuance Model For A Mobile/Web Based Self-Management System For Adolescent Diabetics: The Role Of Loyalty Incentive, John Laugesen, Khaled Hassanein

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It is estimated that 200 children per day worldwide develop Juvenile Diabetes (JD). There is no cure for JD, therefore treatment protocols focus on controlling the disease. Several information systems (IS) have been developed to help patients manage their chronic diseases, but often these systems suffer from reduced use over time or complete abandonment. Limited research has been conducted that examines continued usage in this domain. Through this study, our purpose is to build and evaluate a mobile/web based JD monitoring system combined with a rewards program designed to increase continued system use. We propose a comprehensive continuance intention model …