Family-based mobile application needs in childhood obesity management in South Korea: a qualitative study
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Purpose: It is essential to investigate the users’ needs in developing user-centered, family-basedapplications (apps) for managing childhood obesity. Methods: This study conductedfocus group interviews with ten parents, ten children, and four app developers toinvestigate the need to develop a family-based mobile app for childhood obesity. The interviewperiod was from July 17 to August 30, 2023. The data were analyzed using thematicanalysis. Results: The results highlighted 31 key themes critical to family-basedapp development, including the need for comprehensive content promoting healthy lifestylehabits, tailored expert support, and motivational factors for app engagement, whichwere categorized as intrinsic, extrinsic, and social motivations and technological features. Participants also highlighted potential challenges, such as app usability issues and theneed for a user-friendly interface. The pivotal role of parents in guiding and supportingtheir children’s health behaviors was emphasized, particularly in creating a supportiveenvironment that encourages sustained engagement with the app. Conclusion: Thesefindings provide a comprehensive understanding of the needs and preferences of parents,children, and app developers in managing childhood obesity. Emphasis on integratinghealthy lifestyle content, providing expert support, and incorporating motivationalstrategies is crucial for the app’s success. Additionally, addressing potential difficultiesand recognizing the pivotal role of parents are essential considerations. These insightswill inform the design and development of a user-centered mobile app that supportsfamilies in managing childhood obesity.
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Purpose: It is essential to investigate the users’ needs in developing user-centered, family-basedapplications (apps) for managing childhood obesity. Methods: This study conductedfocus group interviews with ten parents, ten children, and four app developers toinvestigate the need to develop a family-based mobile app for childhood obesity. The interviewperiod was from July 17 to August 30, 2023. The data were analyzed using thematicanalysis. Results: The results highlighted 31 key themes critical to family-basedapp development, including the need for comprehensive content promoting healthy lifestylehabits, tailored expert support, and motivational factors for app engagement, whichwere categorized as intrinsic, extrinsic, and social motivations and technological features. Participants also highlighted potential challenges, such as app usability issues and theneed for a user-friendly interface. The pivotal role of parents in guiding and supportingtheir children’s health behaviors was emphasized, particularly in creating a supportiveenvironment that encourages sustained engagement with the app. Conclusion: Thesefindings provide a comprehensive understanding of the needs and preferences of parents,children, and app developers in managing childhood obesity. Emphasis on integratinghealthy lifestyle content, providing expert support, and incorporating motivationalstrategies is crucial for the app’s success. Additionally, addressing potential difficultiesand recognizing the pivotal role of parents are essential considerations. These insightswill inform the design and development of a user-centered mobile app that supportsfamilies in managing childhood obesity.
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