Health Navigator NZ has compiled a list of several mobile apps and online tools that are good to consider when monitoring post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As stated by Health Navigator NZ, PTSD is a psychological reaction to experiencing or witnessing a severely shocking event. It means getting stuck in re-experiencing a traumatic event. Your body and mind act like the event is still happening, right now, even though it is in the past. It keeps your body in a fight or flight response.
When using an app or online tool to monitor PTSD, you can track your symptoms and share this information with your healthcare provider.
Four apps that Health Navigator NZ has reviewed are:
CPT Coach
The app has education about PTSD symptoms and a step-by-step, session-by-session approach to following the assessments that correspond with CPT treatment. The app also has a variety of prompts and reminders, from scheduling appointments to reminders for homework.
Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
PTSD Coach
The app has four sections in which users can learn about PTSD, find ways to manage it, track their symptoms, and get further support. Users are provided with a variety of tools and tips for coping with PTSD, such as guided relaxation audio tracks and imagery exercises. To track symptoms, users complete a 20-question assessment on a regular basis. The app allows users to view their symptom scores in a graph, export their score, and set up reminders to take the assessment.
Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
PE Coach 2
Working alongside a healthcare professional, this app can be used to set up and track therapy sessions, carry out tasks from sessions, record sessions securely, and complete assessments.
Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
T2 Mood Tracker
This app lets you track and rate your mood every day. You can use the categories supplied or create your own category. There is a list of moods that you can apply and you can view your results over time in a graph, and share with a healthcare professional.
Head to the link via the button below to learn more about choosing the app that’s right for you.
Disclaimer: Health Navigator’s app library is a free consumer service to help you decide whether a health app would be suitable for you. Our review process is independent. We have no relationship with the app developers or companies and no responsibility for the service they provide. This means that if you have an issue with one of the apps we have reviewed, you will need to contact the app developer or company directly.