b'| SELF CARE GUIDEWho are data shared with/What data isCan you print out your data? The App has a Spanish version. shared? Can you export/download your data? The App is available on Android and Are data maintained on the device or theCan it share data with other user dataApple.web or both tools (e.g., Apple HealthKit, Fitbit)? There are no special accommodations What security measures are in place?for those with disabilities. Is there encryption on the device andINTERACTIVE/ FEEDBACK There are no security measures in place, server? How interactive is the App in providingand it is the responsibility of the user to Is the App HIPAA compliant? Does itfeedback? protect information stored on the device. need to be HIPAA compliant? There are several peer-reviewed publica-A REVIEW OF FIVE APPStions about this App for evidence-based EVIDENCE-BASED The following Apps claim to help with, amongpractice.Is there peer-reviewed, published evi- other things, meditation, breathing, relax- Sanvello is an all-in-one self-care toolkit dence about the tool or science behind it? ation, stress management, cognitive behav- including:Is there feedback from users? (App store,ioral therapy and mood tracking. Daily mood tracker, journaling, a com-website, review sites) PTSD Coach is Appropriate for those whomunity support forum, meditations, and Is there expert clinical input in Apphave or may have posttraumatic stress disor- coping resources. development? der (PTSD). This App includes: Four types of support: Self-Care, PeerAs coronavirus cases escalate, so does our difficulty in managing stress and anxiety. Maintaining our mental health is more important than ever. EASE OF USE Education about PTSD. Support, Coaching, and Therapy.User experience on engagement, func- The App provides information aboutThis App is entirely free during the tionality, aesthetics, cultural relevance,professional care and a self-assessmentCOVID-19 pandemic and includes a and information for PTSD. focus on how to stay socially connected. Ease of use on a long-term basis Opportunities to find support and toolsThe developer is the UnitedHealth Can the App personalize individualthat can help manage the stresses ofGroup. needs such as other languages? daily life with PTSD.In a randomized study of 500 adults with Does it need an active connection to theTools range from relaxation skills andmild to moderate anxiety and depres-Internet to work? positive self-talk to anger managementsion, the tools offered by Sanvello were What platforms are available? and other common self-help strategies.shown to decrease symptoms. The Is it accessible for those with impairedYou can customize tools based on youreffects lasted even after participants vision or other disabilities? Are therepreferences and can integrate your con- stopped using the App. Clinicians were modifications for visual, physical, cogni- tacts, photos, and music.involved in developing this App. tive, and hearing challenges? This App can be used by people who areThere is a privacy policy.in treatment as well as those who are not. The App is available on Android and DATA TRANSPARENCY PTSD Coach created by VAs NationalApple.Who owns the data (i.e., patient, pro- Center for PTSD and DoDs NationalReviews give this App a 5-star rating for vider, developer)? Center for Telehealth & Technology.ease of use. Can it share data with the EHR? The App is free.There are no modifications or adapta-www.elitecme.com |2020| SELF CARE GUIDE 9'