This is the best CBT thought record apps that Ive tried for the iPhone. Only thing I would like is a lock function for the app. (Yes, I know I can just lock the iPhone, but an app-specific lock is preferable.). While I think one would need to know some CBT basics to use this app well, it certainly doesnt require expert knowledge. I have read most of Burns book, but I always forget some of the details when attempting a thought record. This app is great because it cues you as to what step to take next and also gives options (eg types of thinking errors) & definitions (eg what the names of the thinking error types indicate). Also, one of the best things is that the app "carries" the relevant personal info to the next step so that one doesnt have to keep going back because unable to remember exactly what, for example, the automatic thought was. Also, I like that is has some ability to customize (eg adding other mood states). One thing that I think could use improvement (yup, thought of another one) is if one could also view a list of completed thought records from the start of the app (or have a link to this list). I sometimes put too much in my records at the start and become tired or bored or frustrated before I finish -- not the best way to go! -- so it would be great to be able to see the completed ones (without having to guess), partly so I could email one to a treatment provider and partly to feel a sense of accomplishment with the completed ones.
All in all, best CBT thought record app. Easy to use. Intuitive. Customizing abilities. Really overall excellent.
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