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A Randomized Controlled Trial of a Wellness App for First Responders, Military Personnel and Veterans
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating GUIDE for Mental Health Wellness. Completed, enrolled 115 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of the research study is to trial a smart phone application, the GUIDE App, to better understand its impact on social connectedness, personal growth and mental health/wellness among first responders, soldiers, and veterans. The research team will also investigate workplace metrics (e.g., engagement and burnout), implementation outcomes and technical merit. The investigators plan to run a three-armed randomized waitlist pilot feasibility trial with up to 150 participants.
Study Details
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Interventions
The GUIDE App is a wellbeing app designed for first responders and veterans that uses small group support, a learning management system, drivers of behavior change, and an anonymous member experience safeguarded by a leader in identity and login privacy, Okta (okta.com). It includes three main features: 1) Community, 2) Wisdom, and 3) Daily Practice. The Community feature connects app users with an online community of like folks, allowing for human support, encouragement, accountability and coaching. Online communities are moderated by GUIDE employees. The Wisdom feature includes tools and interactive media for personal growth. The Daily Practice feature includes simple, daily routines to maintain mental and emotional wellness.