Mr Morris
Biomedical sciences
University of Canberra
Australia
Biography
Morris' Thesis title is mHealth adoption for the self-management of type 2 diabetes. This study investigates factors that contribute to successful engagement with mHealth to self-manage type 2 diabetes. One of the keys to unlocking the mHealth engagement issue is the research that has already been conducted into the digital divide. However, applying that research to a healthcare context, specifically the behavioural change that is usually required to self-manage chronic conditions, also encompasses theories of Self-efficacy and Locus of Control. In order to provide an in-depth account of how people adjust to their health condition using mobile devices, both quantitative and qualitative research methods are employed, to define and operationalise the factors that facilitate successful mHealth adoption. A thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews has enabled the categorisation of participants into four sub-groups, based on levels of self-management proficiency, and digital engagement. Morris' Thesis title is mHealth adoption for the self-management of type 2 diabetes. This study investigates factors that contribute to successful engagement with mHealth to self-manage type 2 diabetes. One of the keys to unlocking the mHealth engagement issue is the research that has already been conducted into the digital divide. However, applying that research to a healthcare context, specifically the behavioural change that is usually required to self-manage chronic conditions, also encompasses theories of Self-efficacy and Locus of Control. In order to provide an in-depth account of how people adjust to their health condition using mobile devices, both quantitative and qualitative research methods are employed, to define and operationalise the factors that facilitate successful mHealth adoption. A thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews has enabled the categorisation of participants into four sub-groups, based on levels of self-management proficiency, and digital engagement.
Research Interest
Technology for improved health and well-being.
