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A child psychologist, Laurence D. Becker, developed the WatchMinder for use for children and adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), and, due to it success, is now available to the general public.

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The WatchMinder uses a discreet vibrating alarm to remind its wearer of daily tasks. In the case of AD/HD, the watch may display a message such as "stay on task" or "keep focused" to a child in school without alarming his surrounding classmates. For the general public, the idea is that this watch can help modify and train your own behavior. For example, smokers may program the WatchMinder to remind them to "use the patch", or "resist temptation". It can be an excellent tool for reminding the elderly of when to take their medications.

It's built-in messages include: BATHRM (bathroom); BE POS (be positive); BREATH (breathe); COUGH; FOLDIR (follow directions); FOLRUL (follow rules); GIVPOS (give positive reinforcement); GOODJB (good job); HANDUP (raise hand); IGNORE; POSIMG (positive image); POSTUR (posture); PRAY; PYATTN (pay attention); RELAX; REST; SIT; STOP; STRTCH (stretch).

The WatchMinder is a digital watch with a programmable vibrating (or optionally beeping) alarm. It can store up to 30 alarms, and features two modes of operation: training and reminder. 2" x 2-1/4" x 5/8". Weighs 2 ounces (57 g).

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3 comments about WatchMinder

1.  avatar Erik  Mar 11, 2007 12:23pm

This is a pretty subtle invention. It's almost like a regular watch, with the addition of a message displays coupled with advanced alarm scheduling.

I think it would be nice to have a watch like this hooked up to Google calendar. I currently have my RAZR set up this way.
2.  avatar Amanie  Mar 11, 2007 12:30pm

Very interesting indeed. At what age would this watch become embarrassing (and subsequently not-embarrassing)?
3.  avatar dakalvia  Mar 12, 2007 11:58am

to answer Amanie's questions: 11 and 41
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Key Features:

Manufacturer WatchMinder
MSRP $99.00
Watch Display Digital
Watch Style Tech, Training

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4 contributors -  rcavin, Erik, Amanie, dakalvia
Created: 03/10/2007 - 14:19
Modified: 03/12/2007 - 11:58