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A Qualitative Exploration Of The Feasibility Of Incorporating Depression Apps Into Integrated Primary Care Clinics, Danae Dinkel, Jennifer Harsh Caspari, Louis Fok, Maxine Notice, David J. Johnson, Shinobu Watanabe-Galloway, Margaret R. Emerson
A Qualitative Exploration Of The Feasibility Of Incorporating Depression Apps Into Integrated Primary Care Clinics, Danae Dinkel, Jennifer Harsh Caspari, Louis Fok, Maxine Notice, David J. Johnson, Shinobu Watanabe-Galloway, Margaret R. Emerson
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Background: The use of mobile applications or “apps” is beginning to be identified as a potential cost-effective tool for treating depression. While the use of mobile apps for health management appears promising, little is known on how to incorporate these tools into integrated primary care settings – especially from the viewpoints of patients and the clinic personnel. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore patient- and clinic-level perceptions of the use of depression self-management apps within an integrated primary care setting. Methods: Patients (n=17), healthcare providers, and staff (n=15) completed focus groups or semi-structured interviews in-person or via …