Brief Smartphone-Based Interventions Show Effectiveness At Reducing Distress Among College Students

With more than 1 in 5 college students experiencing psychological distress, and dealing with its effects on academic performance, employment, relationships, and quality of life, apps offering brief smartphone-based interventions have been offered as a solution. Apps focused on physical activity, mindfulness, and sleep hygiene were effective at reducing symptoms, a recent study found. Interventions for physical activity and mindfulness were reported as most effective for severe distress, while interventions for physical activity and sleep hygiene were reported as most effective for mild distress.

Findings include:

Physical activity was found to be the most effective intervention for mild and . . .