Cedar

Application Overview

Cedar is a mobile application designed to support trauma recovery. The app allows users to (1) track ratings of trauma-related reactions over time, (2) access educational lessons and interactive exercises to practice evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation, coping, and skill-building

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Types of Data Collected

The app collects only ratings of trauma-related reactions over time and timestamps of app interactions. All data are de-identified and data collected are stored in the US.

 

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How We Use Your Personal Information

Your information may be used to:

• Assist in quality control, i.e., monitor app functionality and make improvements.

• Support aggregated analysis of app usage, such as which features or content are most used.

• Reported data will be aggregated so that individual users cannot be identified.

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Privacy and Security Controls

Privacy and security safeguards include:

• Technical Protections:

  • Data are encrypted in transit and at rest.

  • Accounts are restricted to authorized staff.

• Administrative Protections:

  • Data handling follows standard security practices.

  • Staff are trained on privacy and security procedures.

• Maintenance Protections:

  • App and backend systems are regularly updated to maintain security.

    • Data backups are performed according to standard protocols.

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Additional Safeguards

The app only collects data necessary for its function. Users can log out to protect account access.