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. 2017 Jul 27;19(7):e270. doi: 10.2196/jmir.7721

Table 1.

Construct definitions.

Construct Definition
Autonomous Causality Orientation A person’s tendency toward being autonomous (ie, self-determined) in general, across different domains and times [72].
Physician Autonomy Support The extent to which physicians obtain and acknowledge patients’ perspectives, support their ideas, offer choices in treatment options, and offer relevant information without trying to pressure them [70].
Basic Needs Satisfaction A measure of self-determination in a given context assessed through the satisfaction/thwarting of the three basic needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness [73].
Self-Efficacy An individual’s belief of having the capability to use computers [74,75].
Complexity The degree to which a PHR system is perceived as relatively difficult to understand and use [76].
Perceived Usefulness The extent to which an individual believes that a PHR system can be used advantageously in managing their health [77].
Behavioral Intention A measure of the strength of an individual’s intention to use a PHR system for managing their health [78].