Table 2 Qualitative feedback (general perceptions about the app)
Qualitative feedback and comments provided |
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Health care workers and informatics (n = 16) |
 The app allows anonymity |
 Adherence assessment is done in a playful way, which is a positive point |
 The app can help increase understanding of the importance of adherence |
 May be a motivator in treatment |
 The app provides space for those who do not like to share their feelings with health professionals |
 It is a useful and necessary tool |
 The need to have an email address is a barrier to app use |
 Self-motivation and discipline can be a problem for some people |
 The content of the app is too long and requires many writing tasks |
People living with HIV (n = 8) |
 The app is relaxing to use |
 Presents interesting texts about mood and depression |
 Helpful app for those who have not started treatment |
 The app is easy to use |
 Some questions do not make sense |
 There is too much text |