What is Depressed Mood?
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MindDoc supports users in tracking, monitoring, and communicating symptoms of depression to a care provider. The app prompts the user to answer questions each day for two weeks regarding their symptoms. At the end of two weeks, a summary is created for the users to share with a health provider. After this two-week period, the user can choose to start a new assessment period at no cost or choose to discontinue use. In the app there are four main sections: MoodPath, Knowledge, Statistics, Profile. ‘MoodPath’ shows the user how far along they are in their 2 weeks of symptom tracking. ‘Knowledge’ provides information regarding detection, explanation, and treatment of depression. ‘Statistics’ allows the user to view an overview of symptoms and mood development over the previous 3 days. ‘Profile’ includes hotline resources throughout and referral letters once symptom tracking is complete. Some features are only available in the paid version of the app.
Available For: iOS 10.3 or higher. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Android 6.0 and up
Developer: MindDoc Health GmbH
Type of Treatment: Cognitive Behavioral Principles, Mindfulness, Symptom Tracking/Self-Monitoring, Psychoeducation & Information, Test/Screener Apps
Targeted Conditions: Mood Disorders, Stress and Anxiety
Target Audience: Not Specified
Designed to be used in conjunction with a professional? Recommended
Languages Available: English, German
Cost: Free with in-app purchases
Get it on: Google Play, Apple App Store
There is no direct scientific research on the effectiveness of MindDoc: Depression & Anxiety
Click the links below to learn more about the treatment types used in this app.
How Symptom Trackers Work
How Psychoeducation Works
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