iOS Applications (apps) for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/add): a preliminary investigation from Australia | Zendy

Kavindu Kumaragama | Zendy; Pradeepa Dasanayake | Zendy

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iOS Applications (apps) for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/add): a preliminary investigation from Australia

Author(s) -

Kavindu Kumaragama,

Pradeepa Dasanayake

Publication year - 2015

Publication title -

journal of mobile technology in medicine

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

ISSN - 1839-7808

DOI - 10.7309/jmtm.4.2.5

Subject(s) - attention deficit hyperactivity disorder , attention deficit , psychology , attention deficit disorder , psychiatry , clinical psychology

Background: Mobile health tools are currently available for both clinicians and patients. However, there were no published articles related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) applications for smartphones or tablets. Aim: Provide information in relation to apps available from iTunes store for managing ADHD. Methods: A literature search was performed. The Australian iTunes App Store and Google were searched with the keyword ADHD. Only apps from the iTunes Store were downloaded and tested. Categorisation was done in order to elucidate their functionality. Results: 32 apps were found and compared in ratings, functionality and cost. There were no customer ratings or reviews on any of the ADHD applications. Applications were categorised according to functionality. The cost ranged from free to $10.49. Conclusion: Apps specific to ADHD are available for suitable electronic devices. These provide education assistance with diagnosis and monitoring of the condition. The basic costs range from free of charge to $10/-. Information is provided to assist in selecting applications based on the need of the user.

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