Table 2.
Engagement features available in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) apps for depression (N=31) and other mental well-being apps (N=253).
| Engagement features | CBT apps for depression (N=31), n (%) | Mental well-being apps (N=253), n (%) |
| Ability to share data directly from the app with others | 8 (26) | 28 (11.1) |
| Graphs and charts | 4 (13) | 42 (16.6) |
| Notifications and reminders | 3 (10) | 23 (9.1) |
| Audio content | 3 (10) | 18 (7.1) |
| Peer support | 2 (7) | 21 (8.3) |
| Customization | 2 (7) | 6 (2.4) |
| Games and gamification | 2 (7) | 6 (2.4) |
| Video content | 1 (3) | 24 (9.5) |
| Treatment program format (modules) | 1 (3) | 13 (5.1) |
| Ability to contact a therapist | 1 (3) | 15 (5.9) |
| Reports supporting graphs and charts | — | 5 (1.9) |
| Ability to add pictures and videos | — | 6 (2.4) |
| Chat with a bot | — | 4 (1.6) |
| Q&A interface | — | 3 (1.2) |