Our approach is based on brain science.
MapHabit’s foundation is built on our evidence-based research. Our app was built based on our research on procedural memory, under the guidance of co-founder Dr. Stuart Zola, professor and co-Director of Emory University’s Alzheimer’s Research. Along with our research partners, we determined that using the app significantly improved overall quality of life for individuals and their care partners.
MapHabit Findings
Feasibility of personalized visual mapping assistive technology to improve functional ability in persons with dementia
Background: MapHabit™ is a novel mobile assistive technology health application that allows users to develop personalized maps that aid people living with cognitive impairment in the recall of steps needed to independently complete activities of daily living (ADLs). Objective: To determine the...
Assessing Improvements in the Quality of Life of Parents of Children with Down Syndrome After Using MapHabit’s Visual Mapping Software
Georgia Bio Innovation Summit-November 2020 | Findings demonstrate that the MHS addresses the need for a personalized assistive technology tool that assists with independence amongst families with children living with Down Syndrome. There is a growing body of evidence that assistive digital...
Exploratory evaluation of a mobile health application to support activities of daily living in older veterans with cognitive impairment
American Geriatric Society-Presentation Poster Selection-May 2020 | Selected for the American Geriatric Society Presidential Poster session in May 2020. Completed in partnership with the Veterans Affairs. INTRODUCTION: MapHabit is a novel mobile health application that allows users and/or...
Improved Cognition Can Mean:
Fewer accidents
Improved medication adherence
Better appointment compliance
Restored dignity and sense of self-worth
Less depression and isolation, which in turn reduces brain inflammation
After using MapHabit for three (3) months, these Top 5 quality of life (QOL) areas scored the highest % improvement across both individuals and caregivers.
Research Partners
