Evaluation of functional performance and technical quality of a mood self-monitoring application
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https://doi.org/10.29397/reciis.v20.3943Keywords:
Mood self-monitoring, Mobile health, Mood disorders, Medical informatics, Mental healthAbstract
This study evaluated a prototype of a mood self-monitoring application based on the National Institute of Mental Health Life Chart Method in its self-administered and prospective version, assessed by IT professionals and mental health professionals. Ten mental health professionals and eight IT professionals assessed the prototype for seven days, following the ISO/IEC 14598-6 standard. The results showed that most evaluated features achieved approval rates (Vc) above 70% in both groups. Regarding technical aspects, most evaluators considered the characteristics satisfactory. The prototype proved adequate in terms of functionality and technical quality, enabling accurate and easy mood self-monitoring. These findings indicate the potential use of the application in clinical practice and scientific research in Brazil.
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