We are living in a world of technology and sometimes it causes more stress than it is worth. I am looking at you Wi-Fi router when you decide to go out during the middle of a movie or during my training. That being said, there are great benefits to technology. I do love GPS, because I am hopeless at using a map even though I grew up at a time where reading maps is how you got around when you traveled. Heck, my father to this day will still use a map if he wants to figure out how to go somewhere before asking me to print out directions or use GPS, if I am not traveling with him.
With advancements in technology, how can we use it with our
mental health? There are apps and websites out there that can help us in many
different ways. For example, if you are wondering about what is triggering your
anxiety symptoms, you can use an app to start tracking your symptoms. Being
able to track whatever symptoms you are having allows you to be able to talk to
your providers and help you manage those symptoms better.
There are also cons to these apps and websites of course. For
example, they can be costly, having a fee yearly or monthly. Sometimes they can
be complicated and not user friendly. It also can take a while to figure out
which one works best for you.
Below is some websites that have suggestions of
apps/websites:
https://www.verywellmind.com/best-mental-health-apps-4692902
https://parade.com/1053610/maureenmackey/best-mental-health-apps/
Carmen Stites, LCPC, RPT