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Sayana is an AI-chat based app that helps users track their moods to help the user become more mindful of the connection between emotions and events. Users chat with an AI persona named Sayana who encourages the user to list items that they can be grateful for in a given moment and to also identify their moods at any given moment. The app also provides psychoeducation about the users’ mood and helps the user practice possible coping skills to use. The user can track their input as well as keep a log of lessons taught by the AI. Users have a 7 day free trial with the app but after this period ends users will have to pay $4.99 per month.
Available for: Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Developer: Sayana, Inc
Type of Treatment: Mindfulness, Symptom Tracking/Self-Monitoring, Psychoeducation & Information, Chatbot/AI
Targeted Conditions: Mood Disorders, Stress and Anxiety
Target Audience: Not Specified
Designed to be used in conjunction with a professional? No
Languages Available: English
Cost: Free with in-app purchases
Get it On: Apple App Store
There is no direct scientific research on the effectiveness of Sayana
Click the links below to learn more about the treatment types used in this app.
How Symptom Trackers Work
How Mindfulness Works
How Psychoeducation Works
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