Abstract
We examined acceptability and feasibility of a tablet application (“App”) to record self-reported alcohol consumption among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Four communities (1 urban; 3 regional/remote) tested the App, with 246 adult participants (132 males, 114 females). The App collected (a) completion time; (b) participant feedback; (c) staff observations. Three research assistants were interviewed. Only six (1.4%) participants reported that the App was “hard” to use. Participants appeared to be engaged and to require minimal assistance; nearly half verbally reflected on their drinking or drinking of others. The App has potential for surveys, screening, or health promotion.
Acknowledgments
We are grateful for help from the study sites and field research assistants who remain anonymous; Teagan Weatherall, Monika Dzidowska and Summer Loggins from the University of Sydney; and Mira Branezac from NSW Health’s Drug and Alcohol Health Services Library.