Overall Score: 1/15
Consumer Ratings: 0/2
Proposed Goal: 1/2
Evidence Based Content: 0/1
Software Updates: 0/2
Clinical Input in Development: 0/1
Research on Development Process: 0/1
Efficacy of Other Products: 0/1
Research Independence and Review: 0/2
Research Base: 0/3
Rating Date: August 2020
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Obsessive Compulsive OCD Test App is designed for adolescent and adults dealing with OCD symptoms and behaviors. It provides screening and psychoeducation to help users determine the presence and severity of OCD symptoms and learn what OCD is. The main features in this app are the ‘Descriptions’ and ‘Test Yourself’ Section which provide psychoeducation and screening respectively. The app also provides links to other apps from the same developer which can screen for a variety of mental and behavioral health issues. Users can easily share this app with others through a feature that will send a link via email or SMS.
Available For: Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Web
Developer: Jason Gallate
Type of Treatment: Test/Screener Apps
Targeted Conditions: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Target Audience: Adults, Adolescents
Designed to be used in conjunction with a professional? Recommended
Languages Available: English
Cost: $1.99
Get it on: Apple App Store, Web
There is no direct scientific research on the effectiveness of Obsessive Compulsive OCD Test
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