J Med Internet Res · 2015
Adherence to Technology-Mediated Insomnia Treatment: A Meta-Analysis, Interviews, and Focus GroupsConclusion: Although adherence rates for insomnia interventions indicate extensive room for improvement, users might not consider adherence to be a problem; they believe willpower to be an effective adherence strategy. A virtual coach should be able to cope with this "adherence bias" and persuade users to accept adherence-enhancing strategies, such as reminders, compliments, and community building.