Adherence to ecological momentary assessment studies in children and adolescents with psychopathology: A systematic review with meta-analysis.

Abstract

Ecological momentary assessment (EMA) is a tool facilitating the repeated collection of real-time data in naturalistic settings that can be applied to clinical research. Despite established methodological strengths, EMA protocols may be burdensome for participants, potentially leading to problems with adherence. Existing meta-analytic evidence is insufficient to inform the decision making of clinical researchers in using EMA in their work. In the current registered report, we address this need by conducting a systematic review with meta-analysis (1) examining adherence (enrollment, dropout, and compliance) in children and adolescents with psychological disorders and symptoms and (2) identify..