Detecting Burnout Risk

Mobile App

In 2019 we took part in the academic incubator program Gründungsgarage and built an app intended for burnout prevention. The app is designed to detect burnout risk and provide users with personalized recommendations. It leverages findings of scientific research in psychology and elements of gamification to deliver reliable, easy-to-use information.

The latest iteration

In the latest release, we refined the storytelling elements and added the "Level9 Bot," which guided users through their personal journeys. The UI was reworked to offer a more friendly environment for users.


The app included various feature flags:


  • Adjustable news feeds for B2B customers so employers were able to inform their employees about related topics
  • A/B-content features which could be used to conduct scientific research
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The second iteration

For its second major release we redesigned our app to include more elements of gamification and add a story-like feeling to users. The main focus was now burnout risk detection and other surveys were dropped. The UI was redesigned to match the content changes. The color palette was dominated by blue to create a pleasant, calming atmosphere.

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The first iteration

The initial iteration's user interface was constructed with a minimalist framework. The application featured various scientifically validated surveys. It not only facilitated the identification of burnout risks but also enabled users to acquire understanding of their individual personality traits and other psychological principles.

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