Sorted : Mental Health 3.10.1

The Sorted app is accredited by NHS digital, indicating its effectiveness, safety, and functionality. The app provides a user-friendly experience, simply connect your earphones and start experiencing the positive benefits.

Centered around 'Positive Mental Training,' the audio modules in the app uniquely combine applied relaxation with goal-focused visualizations derived from the latest neuroscience and Olympic sports coaching techniques. The method used, upstream CBT (uCBT), targets emotions to drive cognitive and behavioral changes. By emphasizing positive psychological approaches, the app aims to increase positive emotions and reduce negative ones, moving away from the traditional focus on negative thinking like in traditional CBT.

The app features the scientifically proven program 'Feeling Good for Life,' consisting of 12 mental health-focused audio tracks designed to help users build essential skills to handle mental stresses effectively and develop mental resilience. This module aids in deep relaxation, resilience building, mood enhancement, worry release, anxiety relief, improved sleep, stress management, motivation boost, and confidence increase.

In addition to mental benefits, the app can also assist in alleviating physical symptoms of stress and enhancing focus, self-perception, and performance in various tasks.

Like traditional CBT, these audios aim to transform negative thinking patterns and behaviors while fostering positive emotions. Regular listening can strengthen mental well-being, much like repeated physical exercise enhances muscle strength.

Various modules in the app cater to improving sleep quality, embracing the aging process positively, quitting smoking, strengthening immunity, and achieving a healthy weight. All modules include the foundational tracks from 'Feeling Good for Life.'

The app is available for free download with initial access to several tracks. Full access can be unlocked using a referral code or through a one-time payment. Users can customize their experience by selecting preferred narrators and music genres, including soothing nature sounds. Progress can be tracked through visual indicators, monitoring mood changes at 2 and 7 weeks with optional reminders.

While the app is a valuable tool for mental well-being enhancement, it is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. Users are advised to review the app's guidance in the settings before engaging with the tracks.

The Sorted app originated within the NHS for patients dealing with low mood, stress, and depression before gaining popularity among healthcare professionals themselves. Its benefits extend to addressing various life stresses such as burnout and sleep issues.

Originally distributed as audio CDs by Dr. Alastair Dobbin, a GP, and Dr. Sheila Ross, a health promotion specialist, the tracks in 'Feeling Good for Life' are based on a Swedish Olympic Sports performance program known for its positive self-development focus. Research has shown its effectiveness in promoting positive emotions and psychological well-being while aiding recovery from anxiety and depression. Widely adopted within NHS facilities, colleges, universities, and endorsed by Public Health England's 'Every Mind Matters' campaign.

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