Improving adherence in automated e-coaching A case from insomnia therapy

Authors
  • R.J. Beun
  • W.-P. Brinkman
  • S. Fitrianie
  • F. Griffioen-Both
Publication date 2016
Host editors
  • A. Meschtscherjakov
  • B. De Ruyter
  • V. Fuchsberger
  • M. Murer
  • M. Tscheligi
Book title Persuasive Technology
Book subtitle 11th International Conference, PERSUASIVE 2016, Salzburg, Austria, April 5–7, 2016 : proceedings
ISBN
  • 9783319315096
ISBN (electronic)
  • 9783319315102
Series Lecture Notes in Computer Science
Event 11th International Conference on Persuasive Technology, PERSUASIVE 2016
Pages (from-to) 276-287
Number of pages 12
Publisher Cham: Springer
Organisations
  • Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (FMG) - Psychology Research Institute (PsyRes)
  • Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (FMG)
Abstract

Non-adherence is considered a problem that seriously undermines the outcome of behavior change therapies, in particular of self-help therapies delivered without human interference. This paper presents the design rationale behind a computer system in the domain of adherence enhancing strategies in automated e-coaching. A variety of persuasive strategies is introduced and implemented in a mobile e-coaching system in the domain of insomnia therapy. The system integrates two types of interface elements, i.e. dedicated tools and natural language conversation, to simplify therapy related activities and to include social strategies to improve motivation. We focus on the crucial role of communication and adaptation.
Document type Conference contribution
Language English
Published at https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-31510-2_24
Other links https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/84961721877
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