Article: A review of Apps for calming, relaxation, and mindfulness interventions for pediataric palliative care patients

Mindfulness Apps and relaxation based apps have been noted for their positive effect and psychological well being of patients with chronic complex medical conditions.  A US Children's Palliative care team searched smartphone application platforms for apps relevant to calming, relaxation and mindfulness interventions.  16 apps were assessed using a mobile application rating scale.  All were available in English with four available in Spanish.  Mood and sleep patterns were the main symptoms targeted by the apps. Details are provided in the article.

Weekly, T. et al. 2018.  A review of Apps for calming, relaxation, and mindfulness interventions for paediatric palliative care patients.  Children, 5 (16) epub.

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