# The Sleep Diary — Sleep Research & Clinical Tool

> Sleep research tool for clinical study participants with daily symptom tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by Anne Richards.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sleep-diary/id1477788812 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anne Richards](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477788811)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-08-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sleep-diary/id1477788812/reviews.md

## What is The Sleep Diary?

The Sleep Diary app is a sleep research and clinical tool that collects information about the user’s sleep related symptoms and behaviors. Users can only access the app if they are enrolled in research studies being conducted by Dr. Anne Richards at the San Francisco VA Medical Center.
 
Specific Features
1. Login ID and Password
To engage with any feature of the Sleep Diary app, the user must login using an assigned Login ID and Password ensuring that data are only collected on participants enrolled in the designated research studies. Eligibility for any study using the app is determined by the research staff, and only eligible participants will receive a Login ID and Password that will allow access into the Sleep Diary app.

2. App version
Users will be assigned a version of the app that applies to their participation.  For example, some study subjects will complete the veteran version of the app, while their bed partners enrolled in the study will complete the bed partner version of the app.

3. Morning/Afternoon/Evening/Night Assessment
Users will complete the assessments displayed on the app’s home screen daily in order to record information about their sleep related symptoms and behaviors.

4. Calendar
Users can use the Calendar page to access incomplete assessments from previous days in the case that an assessment was missed or not completed.

5. Summary
If enabled, the Summary page displays a graphical representation of the data from the user’s daily responses. Zooming in on the graph allows the user to see responses from individual dates.

6. Reminder Settings
The Reminder Settings page allows users to set alarms for each assessment to remind the user to complete the assessment each day. A push notification will be sent at the alarm time to remind the user to complete the assessment.

7. Data Collection
The app’s data collection includes all responses to the daily assessments. No personally identifiable information is recorded (e.g. name, birthday, etc.) through the app. Only research staff have access to any data collected by the app.

## Key features

- Research study enrollment required
- Daily sleep symptom assessments
- Calendar for missed entries
- Graphical data summaries
- Customizable assessment reminders
- Secure login with ID and password

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sleep-diary/id1477788812/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Can’t use the app!

*2022-08-09, version 2.0.1*

There is no place to actually register for an account

### 1/5 — Why is this even on the AppStore?

*2022-07-25*

This would really helpful if I could actually use it. If this app is restricted to people in a specific doctor’s study, why is it available to tantalize the public? Consider releasing the app, it could help a lot of people.

### 1/5 — Cannot register an account!

*2022-06-18, version 2.0.1*

First page when opening the app is to log in, but nothing so you can register initially, so you can use it. Useless, until you give me a registration option!!

### 1/5 — Please release

*2022-04-08*

Please release this for other people. I can’t find another app like this. I would pay for this app if you would release it.

### 1/5 — Just read the 4 sentences

*2021-11-18*

When I first got the app it said for Me to log in and I don’t even have a account so I can’t use the app

(Idk if that made any sense)

And it didn’t give me a option to create a account so idk how that works or I might just be dumb

### 1/5 — No way to Sign Up?

*2020-01-11*

And it won’t let you sign in to use it without signing up. In other words, utterly useless.

## Frequently asked questions about The Sleep Diary

### How do I get access to The Sleep Diary?

Access to The Sleep Diary is strictly limited to participants enrolled in research studies conducted by Dr. Anne Richards at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. You will receive a unique Login ID and Password from the research staff if you are eligible and enrolled.

### What kind of data does The Sleep Diary collect?

The Sleep Diary collects information about your sleep-related symptoms and behaviors through daily assessments. It does not record personally identifiable information such as your name or birthday. Only research staff have access to the collected data.

### Can I use The Sleep Diary offline?

The provided data does not specify offline functionality for The Sleep Diary. As it is a research tool requiring login and data submission, an active internet connection is likely necessary for full functionality and data synchronization.

### How often is The Sleep Diary updated?

The Sleep Diary was last updated on May 14, 2024, to version 2.1.0. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance by the developer.

### What devices does The Sleep Diary support?

The Sleep Diary is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is not listed as being available for Android devices or other platforms.

### What is the age rating for The Sleep Diary?

The Sleep Diary has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, though its clinical nature means it is primarily intended for adult research participants.

### Does The Sleep Diary have ads?

No, The Sleep Diary does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use for eligible research participants and does not feature any in-app advertisements.

### What is the user sentiment for The Sleep Diary?

The Sleep Diary has a rating of 1.0 stars from 7 ratings. This low rating suggests a significant portion of users have had a negative experience or encountered issues with the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2024-05-14

- Fixed bugs related to special characters.

### 2.0.3 — 2023-07-31

- Fixed Calendar Issue

### 2.0.2 — 2023-04-18

- The timezone issue for calendar is fixed.

### 2.0.1 — 2021-10-28

- Fixed the Time Scroll text truncation issue.

### 2.0 — 2021-04-27

- Enabling users to submit assessments while offline
- New Periodic Surveys
- Improved Interactions and Bug Fixes
- Interlinked Questions
- Smart Notifications
- Improved Bedtime Assessment Availability

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