Sociodemographic Drivers of Recruitment and Attrition in Digital Neurological Research: Longitudinal Cohort Study

Digital recruitment does not overcome traditional barriers to participation and may introduce new disparities related to age, urbanicity, and neighborhood disadvantage. These findings inform inclusive digital research strategies, including multichannel outreach, age-specific engagement, and rural technical support. This study applies longitudinal pathway analysis to digital neurology recruitment, offering actionable insights for improving inclusivity in remote research.

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Journal of Medical Internet Research
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2026-01-09
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https://doi.org/10.2196/83432
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Diversity and Career in Medicine
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Abstract

Digital recruitment does not overcome traditional barriers to participation and may introduce new disparities related to age, urbanicity, and neighborhood disadvantage. These findings inform inclusive digital research strategies, including multichannel outreach, age-specific engagement, and rural technical support. This study applies longitudinal pathway analysis to digital neurology recruitment, offering actionable insights for improving inclusivity in remote research.

Journal of Medical Internet ResearchVol. 28
Mayo Clinic (US), Mayo Clinic in Arizona (US), Mayo Clinic in Florida (US)
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