Stress Check is a biofeedback based app aimed to help users monitor their stress levels. There is one function, to calculate the user’s stress rating by placing their finger in front of the camera, and an option of including a contextual note to help the user notice stress patterns or triggers. Users are then encouraged to do an activity aimed to maintain or reduce stress levels, however these activities are not available in the app. The app does not require an external attachment.
This review refers to the ‘Pro’ version, there is also an iTunes ‘Lite’ version. The only added features of Pro are unlimited storage and a sideways screen feature.
Credibility
Research base 0/3
Research support 1/2
Specificity of proposed intervention 1/3
Number of consumer ratings 3/3
Product advisory support 0/1
Software support 0/2
Total 5/14
date of rating: July 2017
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User Experience
Subscale scores:
Engagement: 2.10
Functionality: 3.63
Aesthetics: 3.33
Information: 2.42
Subjective quality score: 1.75
Perceived impact score: 3.10
Rating date: April, 2017
Rated by: University of Ulm
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More Information
Available for: Android 2.2 or later, iOS 4.0 or later (iPhone, iPad Pro, iPod Touch)
Developer: Azumio Inc
Type of Treatment: Symptom tracker
Targeted Conditions: Stress and Anxiety
Target Audience: Adults
Designed to be used in conjunction with a healthcare professional: No
Languages Available: English
Cost: Free
Get it on: Google Play, iTunes Lite Version, iTunes Pro Version
Research on this App
There is no direct scientific research on the effectiveness of Stress Check
Click the links below to learn more about the treatment types used in this app.
How Symptom Trackers Work