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The effectiveness of nudges in improving the self-management of patients with chronic diseases: A systematic literature review

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  • Möllenkamp, Meilin
  • Zeppernick, Maike
  • Schreyögg, Jonas

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In this systematic literature review, we identify evidence on the effectiveness of nudges in improving the self-management of adults with chronic diseases and derive policy recommendations. We included empirical studies of any design published up to April 12th, 2018. We synthesized the results of the studies narratively by comparing statistical significance and direction of different nudge types’ effects on primary study outcomes. Lastly, we categorized the nudges according to their degree of manipulation and transparency.

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  • Möllenkamp, Meilin & Zeppernick, Maike & Schreyögg, Jonas, 2019. "The effectiveness of nudges in improving the self-management of patients with chronic diseases: A systematic literature review," Health Policy, Elsevier, vol. 123(12), pages 1199-1209.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:hepoli:v:123:y:2019:i:12:p:1199-1209
    DOI: 10.1016/j.healthpol.2019.09.008
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