I get a little long winded but in this episode, I needed to explain what are medical apps and what isn't. That breathing app on your phone probably isn't a medical app.
That is the topic of this weeks episode. Regulated and unregulated medical apps
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Resources Mentioned:
U.S. Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Device Software Functions Including Mobile Medical Applications
U.S. FDA page Examples of Mobile Apps That Are NOT Medical Devices
Headspace and Talkspace, Both companies provide connections to virtual therapists via audio, text or vendor.
Rootd – Panic Attack Relief This is an app that helps those of you with panic attacks to handle your symptoms. It provides an education module, symptom relief, a journaling module and other resources.
MoodKit This app uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as the foundation of some of the activities in the app. It is a hybrid between providing patient information and a journal.
PocketCoach This app is similar to the other it uses CBT and Mindfulness-Based Stress-Reduction to provide information to users about their condition and how to handle their symptoms.
2024 Update. One Mind PsyberGuide is closed. The non-profit could not obtain funding to continue. You can still access the archives at this time. PsyberGuide is a resource to help you find and evaluate mental health apps. The project looks at on-line, Android and iOS apps. Some of the mental health apps have an evaluation of their performance.
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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