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Wearable tech aids PTSD symptom stabilization in veteran cyclists

A pilot randomized trial explored the effectiveness of a wearable digital self-management intervention for veterans with PTSD participating in an endurance cycling program. The study found that combining smartwatch sensing with digital tools helped stabilize hyperarousal and maintain symptom improvements compared to physical activity alone. Personalization and human-centered design were highlighted as crucial for wearable mental health systems, as participant feedback on the precision of machine learning detections varied. AI

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  1. arXiv cs.LG TIER_1 English(EN) · Farzan Sasangohar ·

    Ride, Track, and Recover: Pilot Randomized Trial of a Wearable Digital Self-Management Intervention During a Veteran Endurance-Cycling Program

    Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans is characterized by persistent hyperarousal and comorbid anxiety and depressive symptoms that are difficult to monitor and manage outside clinical settings. Thirteen veterans participating in a Project Hero cycling event in Texas …