Overall Score: 3/14
Basis of research: 0/3
Source of funding for the research: 0/2
Specificity of proposed intervention: 2/3
Number of consumer ratings: 1/3
Product advisory support: 0/1
Software support: 0/2
Rating Date: June 2016
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Engagement: 2.50 Functionality: 4.38 Aesthetics: 4.00 Information: 3.38 Subjective quality score: 2.13 Perceived impact score: 1.83 Rating date: August 2016 Rated by: Queensland University
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Overall Score: Unacceptable
Does the app have a privacy policy?:No/Can’t Tell
Does the policy describe the information storage and sharing procedures related to user entered information OR state that user information is stored locally?:No/Can’t Tell
Does the app provide the option of a pin entry or log-in process to view and enter user data?:No/Can’t Tell
Does the privacy policy state that the app/server encrypts the entered data OR state that user information is stored locally?:No/Can’t Tell
Does the privacy policy state whether or not users can delete entered information OR state that user information is stored locally?:No/Can’t Tell
Does the privacy policy state whether or not users can edit entered information OR state that user information is stored locally?:No/Can’t Tell
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Happyness aims to help users improve their overall happiness and wellbeing. Users can track moods and other information about their day, to build up a picture of their happiness trends over time. Reports present different visualizations of moods and emotions. Users can set reminders to prompt them to use the app every day.
Available For: Requires iOS 7.0 or later;N/A
Developer: Jung Yeon Lee
Type of Treatment: Symptom Tracking/Self-Monitoring
Targeted Conditions: Mood Disorders, Stress & Anxiety
Target Audience: Not Specified
Designed to be used in conjunction with a healthcare professional: No
Languages Available: English
Cost: $0.99
Get it on: iTunes
There is no direct scientific research on the effectiveness of Happyness
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