AppsFromResearch
Collection

Depression & Mood Support Apps

Tools for managing depression and emotional wellness. Mood tracking, behavioral activation, CBT, and positive psychology — developed and tested at VA medical centers and university programs.

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BGC Science

2 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
BGC Science administers psychoacoustical tasks for auditory assessment outside laboratories, reliably measuring auditory function using consumer-grade hardware in uncontrolled settings.
Northeastern UniversityPsychology & Cognitive Science
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Emory AWAKE

1 publication
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Positive psychology program using videos, coaching, and exercises to improve quality of life for young adult cancer survivors through hope-building interventions.
Emory UniversityMental Health & Psychology
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ETUDESBritePath

3 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Safety planning app for adolescents hospitalized for suicidal thoughts, significantly reducing subsequent suicide attempts over six months of follow-up.
University of PittsburghMental Health & Psychology
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Mindfulness and Sickle Cell

2 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Offers educational videos, guided meditations, and stretches helping people with sickle cell disease use mindfulness strategies for chronic pain.
Ohio State UniversityMental Health & Psychology
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MOVE! Coach

5 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Sixteen-week weight management app for Veterans and service members offering guided education, goal setting, and progress tracking for weight loss.
US Department of Veterans AffairsWellness & Public Health
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BGC Next

1 publication
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
BGC Next enhances cognitive function through home-based auditory and working memory exercises, with outcomes influenced by participant expectations and motivation.
Northeastern UniversityPsychology & Cognitive Science
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BiAffect

FreeiOS
3 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
BiAffect passively monitors smartphone typing patterns to identify digital biomarkers associated with mood changes in people with and without bipolar disorder.
University of IllinoisMental Health & Psychology
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BiAffect3

FreeiOS
3 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Mood monitoring app for individuals with mood disorders, passively analyzing smartphone typing patterns to detect cognitive function and depression changes.
University of IllinoisMental Health & Psychology
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BrainHealth

3 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
BrainHealth is a research platform assessing cognitive, social, and emotional well-being through a multidimensional BrainHealth Index while delivering evidence-based training strategies.
University of Texas at DallasPsychology & Cognitive Science
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HEAL ABC

1 publication
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Guided mindfulness meditation app helping individuals, including hospitalized heart transplant candidates, manage psychological stress, anxiety, and build resilience through daily practice.
University of California, Los AngelesMental Health & Psychology
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iaya

1 publication
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
iaya provides young adults with cancer coping skill exercises and peer support community to manage emotional challenges of their diagnosis.
Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteMental Health & Psychology
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iMTracker

FreeiOS
1 publication
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
iMTracker helps individuals with chronic conditions like pain or headaches identify lifestyle triggers using a personal N-of-1 trial framework.
University of Colorado DenverWellness & Public Health
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Live Whole Health

2 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Live Whole Health provides skills based on VA's model, reducing opioid use and improving stress among participants with pain.
US Department of Veterans AffairsWellness & Public Health
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Mindfulness Coach

2 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Self-guided mindfulness training app helping Veterans and public manage stress, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms through evidence-based techniques.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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OSUWMC Mindfulness In Motion

4 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Provides healthcare professionals with mobile mindfulness, yoga, and meditation practices, significantly reducing stress and building sustained resilience in high-stress healthcare environments.
Ohio State UniversityMental Health & Psychology
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UCLA Mindful

1 publication
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
UCLA Mindful offers free guided meditations and educational resources from UCLA Health to help people manage stress and improve well-being.
University of California, Los AngelesMental Health & Psychology
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COVID Coach

1 publication
Evidence Tier:EVALUATED
COVID Coach offers evidence-informed coping tools and resilience-building resources to help the general public manage pandemic-related stress effectively.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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MeTime MS

1 publication
Evidence Tier:EVALUATED
MeTime MS teaches adults with multiple sclerosis to self-administer acupressure techniques for managing chronic symptoms like pain and fatigue.
University of MichiganWellness & Public Health
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FamilyFOCUS at Dana-Farber

1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
FamilyFOCUS at Dana-Farber provides adult children with expert guidance and practical tools to support a parent with cancer using family-centered care.
Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteMental Health & Psychology
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Mind Window

2 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Mind Window helps users understand their thought patterns by prompting them to log thoughts throughout the day and providing personalized feedback.
University of ArizonaPsychology & Cognitive Science
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Native WYSE CHOICES

FreeiOS
3 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Culturally-centered app for urban American Indian and Alaska Native young women preventing alcohol-exposed pregnancies through strength-based messaging.
University of Colorado DenverPsychology & Cognitive Science
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ReliefLink

FreeiOS
3 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
ReliefLink provides suicide prevention tools including safety planning, mood tracking, coping exercises, and crisis support location for mental health management.
Emory UniversityMental Health & Psychology
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Roadmap 2.0

2 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Roadmap 2.0 supports family caregivers of transplant patients through positive psychology activities designed to enhance well-being and reduce stress.
University of MichiganMental Health & Psychology
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The Wellness Hub App

1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
The Wellness Hub App guides users through evidence-based resilience-building activities using the Mount Sinai Resilience Scale framework.
Mount Sinai Health SystemWellness & Public Health