JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ghent University Reports Findings in Applied Psychology and Health (The influence of individual-level determinants on compliance with mHealth walking suggestions and older adults' experiences: A longitudinal exploratory mixed methods study).

Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2025. P. 187 1 of 2
Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses research from Ghent University in Belgium focused on promoting healthy aging through physical activity (PA) among older adults. It highlights the limitations of traditional interventions and emphasizes the potential of smartphone-delivered PA suggestions to provide personalized support during critical moments for behavioral change. The study involved thirty healthy older adults and assessed factors influencing compliance with mHealth walking suggestions, revealing that higher intention, self-efficacy, and environmental permissiveness correlated positively with compliance. The research suggests that future mobile interventions should consider these individual-level determinants to enhance effectiveness and promote healthier aging. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2025/05, p187
Document Type:Article
Subject Area:Psychology
Publication Date:2025
ISSN:1944-2718
Accession Number:185360978
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