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Marvin Blome

Founder and Software Engineer · Hamburg, Germany

Marvin Blome is a software engineer based in Hamburg and the founder of InnerPulse. He writes data-driven articles about mental health on the InnerPulse blog, based on systematic analyses of public online communities, peer-reviewed studies, and authoritative sources such as the WHO, APA, NIH, DGPPN, and PubMed.

Why InnerPulse?

InnerPulse grew out of a simple idea: make mood tracking private again. No cloud, no account, no ads. The app runs fully offline on iPhone, is GDPR compliant, and was built in Hamburg. One-time purchase, no subscriptions.

How the blog is written

Every article combines three sources: verified scientific studies, quantitative analyses of thousands of posts from mental-health communities, and clear, actionable conclusions. No self-help clichés, no unverified claims of cure.

Important note

Marvin is not a therapist, psychologist, or doctor. The articles on this blog are journalism, not medical advice. For psychological concerns, please consult a professional or contact a local crisis line. In Germany: Telefonseelsorge, 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222 (free, 24/7).

Recent articles

Digital Wellbeing

Social Media vs. Messenger: Which App Really Pushes Your Mood?

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Diagnosis

Panic Attack or Heart Attack? Reading Physical Symptoms Correctly

A panic attack and a heart attack can feel frighteningly alike. What tells them apart, when to call emergency services …

Mental Health

Caffeine & Mood: How Much Is Too Much, and When During the Day?

Caffeine is not evil, but timing and dose are what matter. How caffeine affects anxiety, sleep, and mood, and how to …

Therapy

ACT Instead of Problem Solving: When Acceptance Works Better Than Control

ACT does not rely on control but on acceptance and values. Here is how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy works and when …

Mood tracking

How many days of tracking do you need before patterns become visible?

How long do you need to track your mood before patterns become visible? Realistic rules of thumb from first impressions …

Mental Health

Postpartum Low or Postpartum Depression?

Baby blues or postpartum depression? The difference, the symptoms, and when to seek medical help. Explained sensitively …