Publications by authors named "Justin Chimoff"
Background: Digital phenotyping is a promising methodology for capturing moment-to-moment data that can inform individually adapted and timely interventions for youths with chronic pain.
Objective: This study aimed to investigate adolescent and parent endorsement, perceived utility, and concerns related to passive data stream collection through smartphones for digital phenotyping for clinical and research purposes in youths with chronic pain.
Methods: Through multiple-choice and open-response survey questions, we assessed the perspectives of patient-parent dyads (103 adolescents receiving treatment for chronic pain at a pediatric hospital with an average age of 15.
Background: Although ecological momentary assessment (EMA) has been applied in psychological research for decades, delivery methods have evolved with the proliferation of digital technology. Technological advances have engendered opportunities for enhanced accessibility, convenience, measurement precision, and integration with wearable sensors. Notwithstanding, researchers must navigate novel complexities in EMA research design and implementation.
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- Youth with chronic pain often face challenges in various aspects of their life due to pain and related emotional issues.
- During the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in 2020, some reported improvements in pain intensity and stress levels, likely due to reduced functional demands and increased family time.
- The study found that decreases in pain and pain catastrophizing were linked to changes in psychological stress and quality of life, highlighting the need for targeted treatments that address both pain management and coping strategies.