Our ServiceSmartphone applications represent a technological opportunity to explore new approaches to mental health care, treatment, and research into psychiatric conditions, which in turn may better empower patients to become more actively involved in their own health care (Torous et al., 2014). Instead of relying upon retrospective data collection, smartphone applications enable a novel method of data collection. As shown in the literature, retrospective data collection may not be as reliable as experience sampling method (ESM) which captures patient-reported data in real time. ESM is a data collection approach used in mental health care.
Productivity apps help users manage tasks, organize schedules, and increase efficiency. Examples include to-do list apps, calendar apps, note-taking apps, and project management tools.
Social networking apps connect users with friends, family, and communities online. They enable users to share updates, photos, videos, and messages with their network.
This category includes streaming services for music, movies, TV shows, and podcasts, as well as gaming apps, e-book readers, and virtual reality experiences. Examples include Spotify, Netflix, YouTube.
Fitness and health apps help users track their physical activity, monitor health metrics, and achieve wellness goals. They may offer features like workout routines, activity tracking.