Scientific exploration into Pokémon GO©: A detailed examination of family experiences and motivations for use
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Lisa K. Militello, PhD, MPH; Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk, PhD -- College of Nursing, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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The purpose of this project is to provide an overview of the Pokemon GO user-experience from a family perspective and to gain insight into theory, motivation, and the potential utility of augmented reality as an mHealth tool to promote healthy lifestyle behaviors in children and families.
44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.
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| Keywords | Behavior Change; Childhood Obesity; mHealth |
| Name | 44th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2017 |
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