Panic Guard (on progress)
Project Overview
Develop a user-centric ecosystem to empower individuals dealing with panic attacks and anxiety disorders through real-time monitoring, education, and personalized support, leveraging the power of Apple's devices, including the Apple Watch.
Project Details
My Role
Solo UI/UX Designer
Timeline
1.5 weeks
Tools
Figma
Challenges
- Quick Access on Apple Watch
Ensuring essential features are readly available on the Apple Watch interface to enable swift response during panic episodes. - Data Consistency
Maintaining synchronized data, including heart rate, respiratory rate, and HRV, between Apple Watch and iOS to provide a unified experience. - Engaging Education
Designing an interactive and engaging learning platform within the "Explore" menu on both devices, offering anxiety-reducing exercises and expert guidance. - Personalization
Creating a user-friendly "Settings" menu on iOS and a corresponding experience on Apple Watch that allows users to customize the app to their unique preferences.
User Persona
Active Personnels
Background: Young professional, experiencing panic attacks due to work stress and societal pressures.
Needs and Goals: Real-time monitoring during panic episodes, quick access to calming exercises, customizable notifications, seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Wellness Enthusiast
Background: Middle-aged, managing chronic anxiety, seeks comprehensive tools for anxiety management.
Needs and Goals: Clear data visualization, educational resources, personalized insights, adaptable settings, seamless Apple Watch integration.
Survey Findings and Result (Data visualization on progress)
Survey
91%
preferred real-time monitoring features
35 out of 39
sought education content & anxiety-reducing exercies
86%
valued
cuztomizable
notification settings
A survey was conducted through form within 2 days to receive responses from 39 people ranging from the age 18 to 65 who have experiences of anxiety attack.
User Stories
Users interact with the PanicGuard ecosystem through a variety of scenarios, which may conclude user stories encompassing:
- As a user, I want to be able to monitor my real-time heart rate and respiratory rate using the Apple Watch during panic attacks, ensuring I have immediate insights into my condition.
- As a user, I want to be able to access calming exercises and mindfulness techniques via the iOS app and Apple Watch, so I can manage my anxiety effectively.
- As a user, I want to be able to set personalized notification preferences for reminders and panic attack support on both platforms, ensuring I receive the right support at the right time.
- As a user, I want to be able to review daily, weekly, and monthly trends in health metrics on the iOS app, allowing me to track my progress effectively.
- As a user, I want to be able to explore the 'Explore' section on the iOS app for educational content and anxiety-reducing exercises, enhancing my mental health knowledge.
- As a user, I want to be able to customize alert thresholds, reminder frequencies, and notification settings on both platforms, tailoring the app to my unique preferences.
- As a user, I want to be able to receive personalized insights and recommendations on both platforms for managing my anxiety, giving me the tools to regain control over my life.
Solutions
- Intuitive Ecosystem
Multi-platform approach ensures seamless transitions between the iOS app and Apple Watch, enhancing accessibility during panic episodes. - Data Visualization
Clear, interactive charts on the iOS app present health metrics, while the Apple Watch offers real-time monitoring. - Engaging Education
The "Explore" menu on the iOS app and Apple Watch features interactive elements, animations, and multimedia for an informative learning experience. - Personalization
A user-friendly "Settings" menu on both platforms allows customization of alert thresholds, reminder preferences, and notification settings.
By creating this user-centric ecosystem that integrates seamlessly with Apple Watch, PanicGuard addresses the unique challenges faced by individuals during panic attacks and anxiety episodes, offering holistic support and enhancing their overall mental health.