Online self-management interventions for chronically ill patients: Cognitive impairment and technology issues

Web based support programs for the personal management of chronic illness have been proven effective however their impact is only realized if patients are able access and utilize these resources. Researchers from McMasters University found that cognitive impairment often co-occurs with chronic illness in addition to age-related increases in multiple chronic illnesses. These factors can lead to lack of technology efficacy and additional obstacles to potentially advantageous Internet-based support.  Accordingly, as healthcare and technology become increasingly integrated, careful attention must be paid to the appropriate design of online applications. See the full article below:

http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1386505614000185