About the App
Discover how PACT can help you manage stress, navigate difficult emotions, and improve your quality of life with brief, daily sessions tailored for Parkinson’s patients.
How PACT Supports You
The app has short activities that can be used regularly to help you feel better and improve your psychological wellbeing. It can be used on a smartphone, tablet or computer and includes audios, videos, and self-reflection activities.
The activities and information are based on a type of therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT for short) which can help you deal with difficult thoughts and feelings and encourages you to do more activities that are important to you and in line with things you value.
The app has been developed together with a group of people who have Parkinson’s disease and their family members or carers. It has been designed so that it is easy to use with different Parkinson’s symptoms.
You also can access our User Manual which will guide you through the set up of the app and how to use it.
If you have any questions, you may find the answers in our frequently asked questions FAQs.
Key Features of PACT
Bite-Sized Sessions
Our 5-10 minute sessions are designed to fit seamlessly into your day, making it easier to consistently practice and benefit from ACT techniques.
Stress Management
Learn effective strategies to manage stress and anxiety, helping you to maintain a calmer and more balanced state of mind.
Handling Difficult Thoughts and Feelings
PACT provides tools and exercises to help you navigate and accept challenging emotions, promoting psychological flexibility and resilience.
Get the PACT App
If you would like to take part in the PACT app project, get in touch with us today to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common queries about the PACT app and learn how it can support you.
How can the PACT app help me?
The PACT app is designed to provide Personalised Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. It offers short, daily activities including audios, videos, and self-reflection exercises that help improve psychological well-being.
How do I set up and use the PACT app?
Setting up the app is straightforward -it can be downloaded on smartphones, tablets, or accessed via a computer. Once downloaded, follow the in-app guide to set your personal account up within minutes.
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT is a therapy focusing on acceptance and mindfulness combined with behavior change. The PACT app uses ACT principles to help users manage thoughts and feelings and engage in meaningful activities.
Who developed the PACT app?
The PACT app was developed by researchers from various universities with input from individuals with Parkinson’s and their carers to ensure the app meets the needs of its users. The app is funded by Parkinson’s UK to improve the mental health and quality of life of all its users.
Contact Us
To learn more about the PACT app, or if you would like to know about future studies, get in touch with our team today by using the form below.