Disclaimer:
In this installment of the Enlightened Minds Podcast, Julie Johnson, co-founder of the Integrate Trauma Informed Network, offers a reflective evaluation of the brain Balance App. It's important to emphasize that the content presented serves as educational material, and listeners are encouraged to consult mental health experts for personalized assistance. Each individual's journey may differ despite Julie's expert evaluation.
We strongly advise listeners to prioritize their mental wellness by engaging with qualified professionals for tailored care. While the podcast delivers valuable perspectives, it does not substitute professional mental health guidance. Your mental health deserves utmost attention; therefore, seeking appropriate support is vital for holistic well-being.
Description:
In this episode of Unearthing Compassionate Tech, Julie Johnson, co-founder of Integrate Trauma Informed Network, evaluates the Balance app. Julie, a blend of tech and human care expert, uses a Human-Centered Communication and Trauma Informed- Decision Making rubric to assess the app. The app scored 42 out of 55, excelling in validating communication, aligning words with actions, and fostering curiosity, but lacking in body-oriented exercises and explicit boundary-setting courses. Julie also discusses upcoming training opportunities and invites listeners to suggest other apps for review.
00:00 Introduction to Julie Johnson and Integrate Trauma Informed Network 01:00 Overview of the Brain Balance App
01:49 Human -Centered Communication and Trauma Informed Decision Making Rubric
02:16 Validation and Communication in the Brain Balance App
02:43 Mindfulness Activities and Customization 03:20 Interface Design and User Experience
03:48 Boundary Setting and Self Attunement 04:47 Trauma Informed Decision Making
05:56 Personal Agency and Customization
07:41 Course Offerings and Certification
09:14 Conclusion and Call to Action
Our Scale:
40-60=An abundant amount of trauma-informed skills in the app features (4-6)
30-50=A mooderate amount of trauma -informed skills in the app features (3-5)
10-20-A modest amount of trauma- informed skills in the app feaures. (1-2)
Trauma-Informed Communication Skill Rating
Validation Communication: 4-6
Motivational Interviewing: (4-6)
Aligning Words and actions. (4-6)
Presents media on learning to set boundaries (1-3)
Used inquiry and curiosity within exercises, communication and overall (4-6)
Trauma-Informed Communication Skills Practice
Presents body awareness prompts or activities (1-3)
Facilitates exercises that help people discern a system of threat and safeness (3-5)
Promotes personal agency and cutomization (4-6)
Provides people to assess personal capacity (4-6)
Offers space for people to make a plan for their wellbeing (4-6)
Consider exploring the Balance App with yourself and/or a mental health professional to support you!
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Julie Johnson, an instructional designer and trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness teacher, hosts the second episode of 'Unearthing Compassionate Tech.' She reviews the Calm app, focusing on its integration of trauma-informed practices. The app scored 55 out of 60 on Julie's rubric, excelling in areas such as emotional validation, mirroring communication, and customized mindfulness practices. Julie details the strengths and areas for improvement within the app. The episode concludes with an invitation for developers to submit their mind-body or mental health apps for review.
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