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This study introduces Kalmer, a mobile app designed to aid young individuals (ages 14\u201325) engaging in NSSI, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A usability study was conducted with 26 non-clinical participants aged 16\u201325, evaluating app's functionality, satisfaction, and acceptability.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Results indicate high usability scores (SUS mean: 81) and positive perceptions regarding quality. Users assess the objective quality to be good (mean\u2009=\u20093.88\/5), subjective quality to be improvable (mean\u2009=\u20092,99\/5) and perceived the app as useful (mean\u2009=\u20093,66\/5).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Kalmer demonstrated potential to increase self-awareness, knowledge, and help-seeking attitudes. Areas for improvement include enhanced content personalization and user engagement. 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