“Like Someone Is Paying Attention to You, Listening to You, and Guiding You”: Acceptability of a Mental Health Chatbot Among Caregivers of Adolescents Living With HIV

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 24

Published: March 1, 2025

Background This study assessed the acceptability, among caregivers, of a mental health chatbot designed for adolescents living with HIV aged 10 to 19 years. Methods Fifteen caregivers interacted chatbot. Pre–post assessments and semistructured interviews evaluated acceptability. Data were analyzed using Framework Analysis approach. Results Caregivers 31 70 years found acceptable on individual, interpersonal, environmental levels. They appreciated educational content self-help tools, feeling would benefit them personally. also saw potential in improve communication their children, particularly during critical periods like diagnosis. Despite concerns about data costs or internet access, most viewed as an accessible supplement traditional services. Conclusion suggests that Peruvian was potentially benefiting caregivers’ health, enhancing caregiver–adolescent interactions, fostering better communication.

Language: Английский

The Impact of Digital Technologies on Formative Assessment and the Learning Experience

Technium Education and Humanities, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 10, P. 115 - 126

Published: Dec. 11, 2024

The integration of digital technologies into formative assessment has revolutionized modern education by enhancing the learning experience and transforming how educators evaluate student progress. Digital tools such as Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence-driven platforms, immersive like Virtual Reality (VR) Augmented (AR) provide real-time feedback, personalized pathways, increased engagement. These innovations support diverse styles foster deeper understanding through interactive multimedia-rich environments. However, challenges divide, lack teacher training, ethical concerns surrounding data privacy, biases in AI-driven systems pose significant barriers to equitable implementation. Future trends, including predictive analytics, blockchain for secure management, gamified strategies, offer promising avenues further development. Addressing these while leveraging technological advancements can lead a more inclusive, engaging, effective educational landscape, preparing students demands rapidly evolving world.

Language: Английский