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  • Psychology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Stress is a major global health concern with low intervention adherence.
  • Mobile technology presents an opportunity to improve stress-reduction engagement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of smartphone games combined with biofeedback for stress reduction.

Main Methods:

  • Fifty participants (18-35 years) underwent the Trier Social Stress Test.
  • Participants played either a biofeedback game or a control game for 30 minutes.
  • Perceived stress, heart rate, and mood were measured pre- and post-intervention.

Main Results:

  • The biofeedback game group showed significantly greater reductions in perceived stress compared to the control group.
  • Significant reductions in heart rate were observed in the biofeedback group versus the control group.

Conclusions:

  • Smartphone applications integrating biofeedback show potential as effective stress reduction tools.
  • This approach may enhance adherence and efficacy in stress management interventions.