Author ORCID Identifier

Tsai - https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9188-0362

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

11-1-2020

Publication Title

International Journal of Human-Computer Studies

Volume

146

Abstract

When a family is engaged in healthy living practices together, it enhances the quality of life for all individuals. However, when members in families are separated over distance, the everyday encouragement and support may shift and obstacles arise within the family. In this study, we investigate non-collocated family members’ practices of healthy living, their perspectives on their family’s healthy living activities, and what obstacles exist regarding collaboration on their family health. We conducted an interview study with 26 independently living participants representing “elderly parents” and “adult children” in a family dynamic. We present members’ practices and strategies for sustainable healthy living activities. We also explore members’ creative use of technology for health promotion and describe existing obstacles that prevent families to effectively collaborate in healthy living. Based on our findings, we suggest design implications to support family members living apart on their efforts to cultivate health within their families.

Comments

This is an Accepted Manuscript of an article published by Elsevier in [International Journal of Human-Computer Studies] on [November 1, 2020], available online:

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhcs.2020.102559

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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License.

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