JMIR Formative Research
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Collaboration to Shape the Future of Health Technologies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Digital Health Interventions:
The journal emphasizes research on the design, implementation, and evaluation of digital health interventions aimed at improving health outcomes, including mobile health (mHealth) apps, telehealth services, and web-based platforms. - User-Centered Design:
JMIR Formative Research promotes the importance of user-centered design in developing digital health solutions, ensuring that interventions are tailored to meet the needs and preferences of their target populations. - Behavior Change Strategies:
The journal explores various behavioral change strategies employed in digital health interventions, including motivational interviewing, gamification, and tailored messaging, aiming to enhance user engagement and adherence. - Cross-disciplinary Research:
The journal fosters interdisciplinary collaboration by publishing research that integrates insights from health sciences, engineering, social sciences, and technology to create holistic and effective digital health solutions. - Evaluation Methods:
JMIR Formative Research focuses on the development and application of robust evaluation methods for assessing the effectiveness, usability, and feasibility of digital health interventions.
Trending and Emerging
- Telehealth and Remote Monitoring:
The journal is increasingly publishing studies on telehealth and remote monitoring technologies, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing the growing acceptance and implementation of virtual care solutions. - Artificial Intelligence in Health Care:
There is a notable rise in research involving artificial intelligence (AI) applications in health care, including predictive analytics and machine learning, highlighting the integration of advanced technologies into digital health solutions. - Mental Health Apps:
Research on mobile applications specifically designed for mental health support is expanding, reflecting a heightened focus on addressing mental health issues through digital interventions. - Personalized Health Interventions:
The trend towards personalized health interventions, which tailor health care solutions to individual needs and preferences, is gaining momentum, emphasizing the importance of customization in digital health applications. - Community-based Participatory Research:
Emerging themes include the use of community-based participatory research methods in developing digital health solutions, ensuring that interventions are culturally sensitive and meet the specific needs of diverse populations.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Health Interventions:
There is a noticeable decline in research centered on traditional, non-digital health interventions, as the focus shifts towards innovative digital solutions that offer greater scalability and accessibility. - General Health Promotion:
Publications related to general health promotion without a digital component are decreasing, reflecting a trend towards more specific, technology-driven health solutions. - In-Person Clinical Trials:
Research focusing on in-person clinical trials is becoming less common, as remote and digital methodologies gain traction, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. - Basic Health Education:
There is a diminishing emphasis on basic health education topics that do not leverage digital tools, as the journal prioritizes studies that incorporate technology into education and health literacy. - Offline Community Engagement:
The focus on offline community engagement strategies is declining, as digital platforms and virtual interactions become the primary mode for health interventions and research.
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