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Effectiveness of a smartphone-based worry-reduction training for stress reduction: A randomized-controlled trial
Anke Versluis1,2, Bart Verkuil2,3, Philip Spinhoven2,3,4
1a Health, Medical and Neuropsychology Unit , Institute of Psychology, Leiden University , Leiden , The Netherlands.
Psychology & Health
|April 4, 2018
Summary
A smartphone-based worry-reduction training did not improve heart rate variability (HRV) or psychological stress in individuals with work stress. Further research into alternative digital stress interventions is recommended.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Health Technology
- Stress Management
Background:
- Perseverative cognition and unconscious stress are key mediators between stressors and physiological health.
- Work-related stress is a significant public health concern.
- Smartphone interventions offer accessible avenues for stress management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a smartphone-based worry-reduction training.
- To assess the impact of the training on heart rate variability (HRV) and psychological stress.
- To explore effects on implicit affect and other psychological outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 136 participants reporting work stress.
- Participants were assigned to an experimental group (worry-reduction training + emotion logging), control group (emotion logging), or waitlist.
- Primary outcome: 24-h HRV assessments; Secondary outcomes: implicit affect and stress.
Main Results:
- No significant changes in HRV or psychological stress were observed from pre- to post-intervention.
- There were no significant differences in outcomes between the training and control groups.
- The intervention did not effectively improve the measured physiological or psychological stress markers.
Conclusions:
- The tested smartphone-based worry-reduction training was ineffective for improving HRV or psychological stress.
- Future research should explore alternative digital interventions for stress management.
- Smartphones present a promising platform for developing accessible stress-reduction tools.
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