Best intentions: health monitoring technology and children

Authors:
Tammy Toscos;Kay Connelly;Yvonne Rogers
Affiliations:
Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne & Regenstrief Institute, Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States;Indiana University, Blooomington, Indiana, United States;University College London, London, United Kingdom
Venue:
Proceedings of the SIGCHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems
Year:
2012

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Abstract

In this paper we describe findings from two studies aimed at understanding how health monitoring technology affects the parent-child relationship, examining emotional response and barriers to using this type of technology. We present suggestions for the design of health monitoring technology intended to enhance self-care in children without creating parent-child conflict. Our recommendations integrate the study findings, developmental stage specific concerns, and prior HCI research aimed at children's health.