Depression Apps for your phone

A powerful tool for depression recognition and treatment.  With a Depression Test, you can:

1. Take the PHQ-9 test to determine depression symptoms
2. Check the severity of your depression
3. Store the test results and monitor improvements over time
4. Gain access to high-quality depression resources on the Internet

Depression can be effectively treated.  Don’t wait until things get worse.  Find out if you’re depressed and then take action.

With a thought diary, you can document your negative emotions, analyze flaws in your thinking, and reevaluate your thoughts. It may even help you recognize ways to deal with your negative behaviors and emotions.  This thought Diary will help you evaluate, understand, and change your thoughts and feelings. You can gradually change your approach to all situations; make long-lasting changes in your thinking and behavior.    

Improve your mood and become your own expert with the wisdom and guidance of MoodKit at your fingertips! MoodKit is a one-of-a-kind app designed to help you apply effective strategies of professional psychology to your everyday life! MoodKit helps you to...

1. Take action to improve your life. 
2. Feel better by changing how you think. 
3. Rate & chart your mood to monitor progress. 
4. Develop self-awareness & healthy attitudes.

The natural management of depression involves understanding depression and the factors that contribute to the symptoms. Learning to manage stress in your life and engage in self-care behaviors can improve your symptoms and your mood.

This app contains a depression severity test; audios, articles, a cognitive diary, and a motivational points system that help you learn how to do this

If you or someone you care about suffers from depression, this application will come in very handy for everyday use. All information contained is from the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). Included, you'll find sections on symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatments.  Plus a section on how to get help for yourself or for a loved one who is debilitated by depression.  

To schedule your confidential appointment, call (402) 354-8000 or (800) 801-4182, or send an email.

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INFO for smart phone downloading: Most applications are available for downloading either through the App Store on ITUNES or Google Play. First, click on the store supported by your smart phone, search for the app, then download.