Bounce Back Now 2.0

Bounce Back Now (BBN) is a complimentary mobile application designed to assist individuals and families in navigating the emotional recovery process following traumatic events. Tailored for private use, the app enables users to progress at their own pace. While primarily focused on trauma recovery, much of the content is equally applicable to those dealing with a variety of stressful life situations.

Developed by a team of healthcare professionals from the Medical University of South Carolina, Boston University, and the University of Nebraska, BBN has undergone rigorous testing as part of research funded by the National Institute of Mental Health. This ensures its effectiveness as a recovery tool for trauma survivors around the globe.

For many, the aftermath of trauma can manifest in stress, anxiety, low mood, or sleep disturbances, often leaving individuals uncertain about where to seek help. The BBN app offers a means to monitor emotional recovery while providing practical coping strategies based on best practice guidelines. Additionally, users can connect with disaster crisis counseling specialists through the Disaster Distress Helpline, administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Notable features include:

• An assessment tool for emotional well-being and tracking recovery over time.
• A comprehensive understanding of common symptoms following traumatic experiences.
• Access to mobile tools aligned with best practices to support emotional health across various domains, including stress, anxiety, depression, and sleep.
• Effective coping mechanisms such as relaxation techniques, mindfulness exercises, scheduling enjoyable activities, sleep monitoring strategies, and journaling prompts.
• The ability to apply coping techniques to enhance mood and evaluate personal experiences.
• Coping advice tailored for adults along with parenting strategies for young children and adolescents.
• Convenient resources for additional support, including contacts for the Disaster Distress Helpline, American Red Cross, and National Institutes of Health.
• A commitment to practicing these skills over time may contribute to reduced distress and a quicker return to daily activities.

It is important to note that while BBN serves as an informative resource for self-help and education purposes, it does not substitute professional medical advice. The use of this application does not create a doctor-patient relationship with any affiliated institutions. Users are reminded that they assume full responsibility for their engagement with the app and acknowledge that the institutions involved bear no liability for any claims or losses resulting from its use.

For further inquiries about the app or its functionalities, please reach out to the BBN Team at bbn@musc.edu or visit bouncebacknow.org.