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The use of microtechnology to increase inpatient treatment compliance and control psychophysiological arousal
Abstract
Computer technology is thought by many to have significant potential within the field of psychology. This dissertation examined the use of wrist computers (WristMacs$\sp\circler$) in enhancing the treatment programs of psychiatric inpatients. This dissertation includes two studies. One study examined how WristMacs might increase patients' adherence to their treatment programs, including class attendance, grooming skills, and medication compliance. Results from this study were statistically significant and supported the hypothesis that computers can increase compliant behaviors. The second study examined the effects of two separate relaxation interventions within two inpatient units (a forensic and extended care unit), and whether the WristMac could enhance the effect of relaxation, both during a relaxation group and in the living environment (in vivo). Patients within the forensic setting were found to be significantly less relaxed than those in the other inpatient setting, but further results of the study were inconclusive. Nevertheless, some of the findings suggest that the wrist computer may be effective when integrated into existing treatment settings and when combined with certain relaxation interventions. Further study is required.
Subject Area
Psychotherapy|Behaviorial sciences
Recommended Citation
Fleischer, Todd Douglas, "The use of microtechnology to increase inpatient treatment compliance and control psychophysiological arousal" (1994). ETD collection for University of Nebraska-Lincoln. AAI9425281.
https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/dissertations/AAI9425281