Accepted for/Published in: JMIR Formative Research
Date Submitted: Mar 30, 2020
Date Accepted: Aug 8, 2021
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Exploring the barriers and motivators for using digital mental health interventions among construction personnel in Nigeria
ABSTRACT
Background:
Work-related stress in the construction industry gives rise to the prevalence of depression and anxiety among personnel. In low resource settings like Nigeria, construction personnel face high demands, severe working conditions, and there are few services available to address mental health needs. With emerging research showing that digital interventions can be employed to self-manage mental health across diverse settings, there may be new opportunities to support construction personnel in the construction industry.
Objective:
The purpose of this exploratory study was to understand whether construction personnel in Nigeria use digital interventions for mental health management, what impedes and facilitates the use of these interventions.
Methods:
This study qualitatively explored perspectives among a convenience sample of 62 construction personnel. The data were subjected to inductive content analysis.
Results:
Six barriers and five motivators categories were identified, which were categorized respectively into two groups: barriers to adoption and barriers to persistent use; and intrinsic and extrinsic motivators. Lack of awareness and knowledge about the interventions was an apparent barrier to adoption and use. Participants frequently reported concerns about effectiveness and usability.
Conclusions:
This study provides an initial understanding of the design needs required to facilitate sustained self-management of mental health based on the experiences and expectations of construction personnel with digital interventions.
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