The Functionality of Mobile Apps for Anxiety: Systematic Search and Analysis of Engagement and Tailoring Features.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A range of mobile apps for anxiety have been developed in response to the high prevalence of anxiety disorders. Although the number of publicly available apps for anxiety is increasing, attrition rates among mobile apps are high. These apps must be engaging and relevant to end users to be effective; thus, engagement features and the ability to tailor delivery to the needs of individual users are key. However, our understanding of the functionality of these apps concerning engagement and tailoring features is limited.

Objective

The aim of this study is to review how cognitive behavioral elements are delivered by anxiety apps and their functionalities to support user engagement and tailoring based on user needs.

Methods

A systematic search for anxiety apps de

SUBMITTER: Balaskas A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8529472 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature