Is Daylight suitable for you?

Daylight may be suitable for you if:

• You are experiencing difficulties with worry and anxiety or Generalized Anxiety Disorder symptoms
• You are able to read, hear, and understand English
• You have stable physical and mental health
• You have regular access to a computer or mobile device with periodic access to the internet

Please read the Instructions for Use (IFU) document to review Daylight’s intended use, safety information, and further resources. The IFU document is provided during the signup process.

Daylight is a fully automated digital worry and anxiety improvement program based on CBT

Daylight is a fully automated digital worry and anxiety improvement program based on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for worry and anxiety. CBT techniques have been studied in many different formats, including in-person therapy, self-help books, and digital programs. These techniques have been shown to be effective in helping many people reduce their worry and anxiety^1-4.

Daylight is a tailored self-help program with specific guidance based on your particular problematic thoughts, behaviors, and responses to worry and anxiety. Daylight is designed to be like CBT in that it is “collaborative.” The program guides you through a range of techniques and you decide what to put into practice. One of the key features of Daylight is that it is designed for you to use how you want, when you want

For best results, we recommend using the program for a few minutes each day. This will speed up your learning and help you feel better faster. Our research indicates that many people begin to see benefits after using the program consistently for 3 to 4 weeks, and see more lasting changes after 6 weeks of regular use.

Daylight is not a replacement or substitute for other medical or mental health treatment.

Daylight is not a replacement for medical or mental health care and should not be solely or primarily relied upon to treat psychiatric conditions. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of information you encounter within Daylight. We do not advise making any changes to your current mental health treatment (e.g., changes to therapy or medication) before or while using Daylight without the consultation of a healthcare professional. Always seek advice from a healthcare professional before making any changes to your current treatments. We strongly recommend that you consult a healthcare professional if at any time you are concerned about your physical or mental health.

Daylight is not intended for crisis support

Daylight is not intended to provide crisis support. If you are experiencing a crisis or medical emergency, including suicidal thoughts:

• In the United States, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. For the National Suicide Lifeline call 988.
• In the United Kingdom, call NHS 111, call your GP, or go to your nearest A&E department.
• For other regions, please contact your local emergency services, or go to your nearest hospital emergency room.

Daylight may not be suitable for everyone.

Daylight may not be suitable for individuals with certain mental health symptoms, such as thoughts of self-harm, suicide, or violence toward others; substance use problems; psychosis or mania; or symptoms that compromise thinking and decision-making (e.g., dementia or other cognitive impairments). If you experience any of these symptoms, consult with a healthcare professional before using Daylight.

Daylight is not a 'magic bullet' solution for worry and anxiety.

The CBT techniques that Daylight is based on have been shown to be highly effective in providing long-term relief from worry and anxiety. However, they are not a 'passive' solution, nor is Daylight. CBT techniques require sustained and significant effort for improvements to be achieved. Daylight can teach you about these techniques, but it will be up to you to practice them. We recommend starting Daylight when you are prepared to make a commitment of a few minutes each day for at least a month.

Worry and anxiety are very common in conjunction with a range of health conditions including cancer, pain, as well as during periods of hormonal changes (e.g., during and after pregnancy, menopause). Evidence suggests that the techniques within Daylight may help people improve their feelings of worry and anxiety even in the context of such health conditions. It is recommended to discuss any pre-existing health conditions with your healthcare provider before starting Daylight.

The Daylight program is not recommended for people under the age of 18.

Risks of Daylight use include a temporary increase in feelings of worry and anxiety when beginning to use techniques. This may include an increase in severity of pre-existing panic attacks. Contact your healthcare provider if you feel that your worry or anxiety are worsening. Daylight also includes techniques that may not be suitable for some individuals:

• Daylight includes a technique called “Tense & Release” that involves tensing and relaxing muscles. If you have pre-existing muscle pain or experience pain while tensing your muscles, you can modify this exercise (for example, by skipping the tensing of muscles) or skip it altogether. Inform your healthcare provider if need assistance with muscle pain.
• Daylight includes a technique called “Worry Exposure” that should not be used to address or process fears or problematic behaviors related to traumatic experiences or memories. Contact your healthcare provider if you need help with difficulties related to trauma.

Technology requirements

If you have any questions, please contact our team at hello@trydaylight.com.

1 Andrews, G., Basu, A., Cuijpers, P., Craske, M. G., McEvoy, P., English, C. L., & Newby, J. M. (2018). Computer therapy for the anxiety and depression disorders is effective, acceptable and practical health care: an updated meta-analysis. Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 55, 70-78.

2 Carpenter, J. K., Andrews, L. A., Witcraft, S. M., Powers, M. B., Smits, J. A., & Hofmann, S. G. (2018). Cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety and related disorders: A meta‐analysis of randomized placebo‐controlled trials. Depression and Anxiety, 35(6), 502-514.

3 Loerinc, A. G., Meuret, A. E., Twohig, M. P., Rosenfield, D., Bluett, E. J., & Craske, M. G. (2015). Response rates for CBT for anxiety disorders: Need for standardized criteria. Clinical Psychology Review, 42, 72-82.

4 Stewart, R. E., & Chambless, D. L. (2009). Cognitive–behavioral therapy for adult anxiety disorders in clinical practice: A meta-analysis of effectiveness studies. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 77(4), 595.

5 Power, K. G., Simpson, R. J., Swanson, V., Wallace, L. A., Feistner, A. T. C., & Sharp, D. (1990). A controlled comparison of cognitive-behaviour therapy, diazepam, and placebo, alone and in combination, for the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder. Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 4(4), 267-292.

6 Otto, M. W., Smits, J. A., & Reese, H. E. (2006). Combined psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy for mood and anxiety disorders in adults: review and analysis. Focus, 12(2), 72-214.