ELearning Technologies on the follow-up of Young People with Chronic Diseases. (24th June 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Pascual, J; García, S; Pedrosa, I; Lapuente, I; Lapuente, B; Delgado, A; Azema, D; Raupp, A; Oliveira, M; Berthier, A; Bastier, S; Lapeyre, Y; Teixeira, P
• Is Part Of: European journal of public health. Volume 30(2020)Supplement 2
• Publication Date: 2020-06-24
• Subjects: Epidemiology -- Europe -- Periodicals; Public health -- Europe -- Periodicals; 362.109405
• DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckaa040.043
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1101-1262

Abstract

Abstract: Introduction Non-communicable diseases are increasing worldwide due mainly to rapidly changing lifestyles and socio-economic status affecting the well-being and the lives of young people along their whole life. Hence, there is a need to provide adequate and useful measures to support patients living with those diseases in order to foster youth emotional and physical health and improve their daily life. Objectives The aim of this presentation is to demonstrate the use of eLearning content to empower families, communities and young patients in dealing with the daily routine of chronic diseases. Methodology Based on a human centred design, 176 youngsters with asthma, obesity, and diabetes aged between 3-16 years old were assessed to gather information about perceived needs and preferences in relation to disease management. Ineffective communication, lack of knowledge/skills, poor adherence to treatment and low acceptance of the disease were the main aspects highlighted. Based on those results, participants were fully involved participating in the iterative development of eLearning package to face these needs, gathering specific information about its content, design and usability. Results The project has generated eLearning modules, using Articulate technologies, providing practical information and learning content in three languages, in partnership with health research centres, hospitals and patient associations in Portugal, Spain and France. There are lots of packages: obesity, respiratory diseases and diabetes. In each of these, the content is provided using gamification strategies and role models. eLearning is one of the components of the follow up process, being complemented by a mobile application with an interactive support chat and fun games. Conclusion ELearning tools, along with other online tools, contribute to generate a more positive perspective on the control of the disease and to support families and patients to get reliable information and connect with medical assistance.