Combining Topic Modeling, Sentiment Analysis, and Corpus Linguistics to Analyze Unstructured Web-Based Patient Experience Data: Case Study of Modafinil Experiences.

Journal: Journal of medical Internet research
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Patient experience data from social media offer patient-centered perspectives on disease, treatments, and health service delivery. Current guidelines typically rely on systematic reviews, while qualitative health studies are often seen as anecdotal and nongeneralizable. This study explores combining personal health experiences from multiple sources to create generalizable evidence.

Authors

  • Julia Walsh
    Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom.
  • Jonathan Cave
    Department of Economics, University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom.
  • Frances Griffiths
    Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom.