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Frequently asked questions

What is Ground Me?

Ground Me is a revolutionary mobile app designed to help individuals manage and overcome dissociative episodes, promoting mental well-being, self-awareness, and presence.

What is dissociation and who does it affect?

Dissociation is a mental process where a person disconnects from their thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity, often as a response to trauma or intense stress. It can affect anyone.

When will the app be available for download?

We are planning to onboard our early adopters (test users) in Q4 and release the app globally on app stores in Q1 2024. If you'd like to be a pioneer, test our app and shape its features, please don't hesitate to reach us through our contact form.

How does Ground Me work?

Your journey within the app begins with assessing and leveling your dissociation. It then delivers daily reminders of grounding exercises, tailored to your individual level. Additionally, a variety of grounding exercises are available within the app at all times. The journaling feature tracks triggers, mood, sleep, and exercise cycles, generating individualised periodic progress and awareness reports. These reports offer insights into your personal patterns. The app provides a wealth of resources related to dissociation, and offers a 'take me back to the moment' button, easing the transition out of a dissociative state with just one click. Lastly, Ground Me aims to keep the user's journey enjoyable with achievements and weekly psychological facts.

Will the the app be free?

We plan to offer a basic version of the app for free, with premium features available for a subscription fee. We're committed to ensuring everyone has access to foundational support.

How does Ground Me ensure user privacy and data security?

User privacy is our top priority. We’ll use advanced encryption methods to protect your data and will never share personal information without explicit consent. As a UK company, we are fully aligned with GDPR and our users will own their data, permitting us to process and share it within the scopes they choose. Our privacy policy will highlight any necessary third-party service data sharing.

Is Ground Me a substitute for professional therapy?

While Ground Me will be a valuable tool for managing dissociation and can serve as a great companion alongside professional therapy, it is not intended to replace one-on-one consultations with mental health professionals. In our future plans, we aim to support mental health professionals by allowing them access to your progress with your consent, potentially enhancing the benefits you receive from both our platform and professional therapy. Always consult with a healthcare provider for persistent or severe symptoms.

Can I use Ground Me offline?

Yes, many of our features will be available offline, ensuring you’ll have support even without an internet connection. While features like logging in, syncing with the cloud, sharing an article or accessing personal dashboards will require internet, the app is designed to be fully operational offline for continuous support.

I'm new to the concept of grounding. How can I learn more?

Both on the app and the website, we'll have introductory resources and tutorials on grounding techniques, ensuring users of all levels have a starting point.

How can I provide feedback or report issues with the app?

We value user feedback! You can report issues or share suggestions directly through the 'Get in touch' section at the bottom of our website!

Are there any community support groups related to Ground Me?

Yes, we are planning to establish a community on Discord where users can connect, share experiences, and provide mutual support. Although it's not currently active, stay tuned to be notified when it goes live!