Impact & Evidence
Our research combines academic, clinical, and industry expertise to make a real impact. We continually evolve our platform and are committed to publishing all research, regardless of the results.
What we do
Developed with our academic partners, the Unmind research roadmap is made up of three distinct strands
Evaluating efficacy
We conduct Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT) of our platform – on the mental health and wellbeing of employees who use it, as well as wider organizational outcomes.
Client Impact & ROI
We partner with international organizations to study the impact of Unmind, ensuring efficacy translates into real-world change and return on investment for our clients.
Validating measures
Our platform features reliable, credible, and robust measures of mental health and wellbeing. We also think globally – by validating our tools for use across territories.
95% of mental health apps aren’t backed by credible research
The last decade has seen an explosion in mental health apps. Hundreds of studies show they can have positive effects on health, wellbeing and job performance. And yet, despite such promises, many claims about the benefits of these solutions are untested.
We’re combatting this culture by rigorously evaluating our platform, and ensuring everything
is grounded in evidence.
Our latest scientific findings
We’re committed to the highest scientific standards. These include pre-registering our studies before we conduct research, and ethical approval that prioritises the wellbeing of our participants.
Study 1: Sleep & Productivity
We trialed our sleep solutions (Nightwaves & Sleep Tales) with participants experiencing sleep difficulties. Unmind groups experienced greater improvements in sleep quality, positive wellbeing, and productivity, after 4 weeks of using the Shorts, compared to the control group.
16.5% reduction in presenteeism for participants experiencing sleep difficulties, compared to 3% in a control group.
Study 2: Mental Health Leadership Training
Evaluating leadership training for better wellbeing and performance
Our RCT of leadership training compared a control (no intervention) to an active group and studied outcomes post-trial and three months later. We found evidence of improved knowledge, confidence, and proactive behaviors for self-care and supporting team mental health.
Study 3: Low mood & performance
Having a positive, sustained impact on wellbeing
Our low mood study compared three Unmind courses to a control group, with each course featuring a different therapeutic approach for symptoms of depression. This found reductions in mental health symptoms and better wellbeing after completing a course, with continued effects at a four week follow-up.
40% of participants reported clinically important improvement in depressive symptoms, compared to just 7.9% in the control group.
Impact & use of three Unmind Series for common mental health problems
This study aimed to evaluate the initial use and impact of three Series featured on the Unmind platform. The three Series evaluated in this study are designed to address stress, anxiety, and resilience, respectively, and draw on evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
“Unmind's research team is dedicated to delivering credible, actionable research to develop effective interventions to support better wellbeing and performance for a global workforce. By partnering with industry, their research fills a critical evidence gap to understand the efficacy of wellbeing solutions in real-world settings.
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Our scientific studies
The proof is in the partnership
Collaborating with top mental health experts, we live our values by contributing to mental health knowledge and supporting academic research
University of Sussex
University of Cambridge
Economic and Social Research Council
“As an academic collaborator, it is a pleasure to work with Unmind. Unmind are delivering important research, leading with transparency and making a real contribution to the mental health research community.
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