A habit tracking app for people who want to quit smoking
Smoking is a tough habit to quit. The Forgo app was designed to give people a friendly helper in their pocket, guiding them on the road to a smoke-free life.
As we all know, smoking has been proven to have negative effects on our health. Therefore, it is crucial to have effective tools to help individuals quit smoking.
Through our research, we observed that people who are determined to quit smoking often feel helpless because they lack a support system to track their progress. Without any motivation or guidance, they may lose track of their progress and eventually give up.
To address this issue, we conducted extensive research on this topic, including publications, websites, and forums, and discovered the following alarming statistics:
Our approach was grounded in a deep understanding of the user's journey, from their motivations to their struggles. Here's how we addressed the issue:
Understanding the User - Conducting extensive research to gather insights into the user's mindset and experiences.
Data-Driven Insights - Developing features based on analytical data and existing research to meet the user's needs proficiently.
Personalized Experience - Creating a tool that learns and adapts to the user's individual journey, offering personalized advice and encouragement.
Constant Evolution - Iterating and improving the app based on user feedback, ensuring it remains a vital tool in the quit-smoking journey.
Expert Consultations - Collaborating with health experts and psychologists to ensure the app's approach was both scientifically grounded and holistic.
We designed a range of features that not only track the daily progress of the user but also act as a source of motivation and encouragement. The features include:
Daily Progress - Monitors your journey daily, showcasing the strides made towards quitting.
Cigarettes Avoided and Savings - Illustrates the number of cigarettes avoided and the money saved, offering a tangible insight into the benefits of quitting.
Life Hours Reclaimed - Displays the hours of life regained by abstaining from smoking.
Achievements - Celebrate your milestones with rewards and achievements.
Analytical Insights - Presents a detailed analysis of your journey, helping to identify patterns and areas for improvement.
Note-Taking - Allows you to document instances when you smoked or resisted, aiding in identifying triggers.
Daily Mood Tracker - A daily questionnaire that maps mood patterns, assisting in understanding potential triggers.
Health Benefits - Highlights the positive impacts on your health since you commenced your smoke-free journey.
Motivational Notifications - Sends encouraging notifications to maintain your momentum.
The UI/UX Design of the Forgo app is completed. The app is in the beta testing stage. Beta users have praised the app for its user-friendly interface and functionality. Many have testified to achieving significant milestones in their quit-smoking journey, attributing their success to the constant support and motivation provided by the app.
