The best smartphone apps for your mental health

While smartphones are blamed for most of the ills of the modern world, psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg believes healthcare technology on these phones can be used to treat many mental health issues.

“There’s good research showing [smartphones] can really help with the building blocks of wellbeing,” he told the hosts of Today Extra.

Carr-Gregg cited mindfulness, exercise and sleep as the three main building blocks — and each of these blocks can be sharpened via dozens of health apps now available, thanks to advancing technology in healthcare.

Watch the video above for Carr-Gregg’s recommendations for the best iPhone and Android health monitor apps to boost your wellbeing in as little as 10 minutes a day.

Just keep in mind that while these health apps can be extremely helpful, some people may find them most effective when combined with other forms of treatment.