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The Patient Experience of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and Its Treatment: Social Media Review

The Patient Experience of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and Its Treatment: Social Media Review

Several (n=4, 10%) patients commented that inpatient treatment restricted their freedoms and independence. For example, 1 patient explained that when given the option, he chose to leave the hospital: It was a situation where I could’ve stayed in the hospital, but I just want[ed] to be a little more independent and do things on my own. I much preferred that.

Rebecca Crawford, Slaven Sikirica, Ross Morrison, Joseph C Cappelleri, Alexander Russell-Smith, Richa Shah, Helen Chadwick, Lynda Doward

JMIR Cancer 2023;9:e39852

A Web-Based Self-management App for Living Well With Dementia: User-Centered Development Study

A Web-Based Self-management App for Living Well With Dementia: User-Centered Development Study

People with dementia have identified how they quantify living well, which included involvement at home and in the neighborhood, independence, self-management of symptoms, and quality of life. They also recommend that these should be considered when developing dementia-specific interventions [2].

Abigail Rebecca Lee, Emese Csipke, Lauren Yates, Esme Moniz-Cook, Orii McDermott, Steven Taylor, Michael Stephens, Daniel Kelleher, Martin Orrell

JMIR Hum Factors 2023;10:e40785

Patient Perspectives on Value Dimensions of Lung Cancer Care: Cross-sectional Web-Based Survey

Patient Perspectives on Value Dimensions of Lung Cancer Care: Cross-sectional Web-Based Survey

Patient independence has previously been identified as an important determinant of treatment success for LC, while the ability to remain physically functional is frequently indicated as a major Qo L priority by patients [19]. Ultimately, the observed lack of communication about end-of-life care could be attributed to emotional barriers between doctors and patients [53], or to a general perception of end-of-life care falling outside the doctor’s primary remit.

Pasquale Varriale, Borna Müller, Grégory Katz, Lorraine Dallas, Alfonso Aguaron, Marion Azoulai, Nicolas Girard

JMIR Form Res 2023;7:e37190

The Factors Influencing Older Adults’ Decisions Surrounding Adoption of Technology: Quantitative Experimental Study

The Factors Influencing Older Adults’ Decisions Surrounding Adoption of Technology: Quantitative Experimental Study

Importantly, many existing and emerging technologies may afford older adults with opportunities for enhanced independence, quality of life [1], and more successful aging [2-5] by promoting the maintenance of mental and physical health and life-engagement activities and, more generally, the continuation of adaptation to age-related changes over the life span [6].

Jerad Moxley, Joseph Sharit, Sara J Czaja

JMIR Aging 2022;5(4):e39890

Experiences of Persons With Executive Dysfunction in Disability Care Using a Social Robot to Execute Daily Tasks and Increase the Feeling of Independence: Multiple-Case Study

Experiences of Persons With Executive Dysfunction in Disability Care Using a Social Robot to Execute Daily Tasks and Increase the Feeling of Independence: Multiple-Case Study

Other studies showed that technology can be an important asset for optimizing independence for persons with acquired brain injury or intellectual disability [15,16]. Remote support services and smart home systems were found to promote independent living and enable persons to lead self-determined lives.

Kirstin van Dam, Marieke Gielissen, Rachelle Reijnders, Agnes van der Poel, Brigitte Boon

JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol 2022;9(4):e41313

In-Home Monitoring Technology for Aging in Place: Scoping Review

In-Home Monitoring Technology for Aging in Place: Scoping Review

Successful aging in place supports the positive experience of an individual’s identity in that it helps to improve their independence and autonomy in their homes and community. Additionally, aging in place positively impacts older residents’ health and well-being. According to the Center for Housing Policy [3], approximately 80% of seniors have at least one chronic health condition and 50% have at least two.

Daejin Kim, Hongyi Bian, Carl K Chang, Liang Dong, Jennifer Margrett

Interact J Med Res 2022;11(2):e39005