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The document presents a project focused on addressing emotional stress and anxiety among young adults, highlighting the need for non-judgmental spaces for expression. It outlines empathy tools, user personas, and a prototype for an anonymous support platform that combines peer listeners and professional therapists. The project emphasizes the importance of emotional well-being and aims to create accessible, stigma-free mental health support.

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Mental Health

PRESENTED BY
● Akshaya Srija (23071A0201)
● Akanksha Bhosle (24075A6601)
● Chavan Raju (24075A2401)
● Hansik Reddy (23071A6701)

MENTOR
Dr. C. Jyotsna, Ph.D.
HOD and professor of Chemistry Dept
VNRVJIET
PROBLEM
STATEMENT
Many individuals, especially young adults and students,
struggle with emotional stress, anxiety, or isolation but
hesitate to express their feelings due to fear of
judgment, social stigma, or the lack of a non-
judgmental space.
There is a clear gap between the emotional support
people need and the platforms available to them —
especially platforms that offer empathy without
pressure or exposure.
EMPATHY TOOLS

1. What / Why / How Method 2. Five Whys Method


What: Q: Why don’t you share your
● People hesitate to share their feelings with someone?
emotions, often suppressing ● I feel they won’t understand.
what they truly feel. ● Because I don’t know how to
Why: explain it properly.
● They fear judgment, lack of ● Because I’ve never done it
understanding, and worry about before.
being seen as weak. ● Because I was judged in the
How: past.
● They stay silent, smile through ● Because now I feel safer keeping
the pain, or distract themselves things to myself.
instead of opening up.
EMPATHY DATA – The Voices We
Heard
📊 Key Statistics:
Our Google Form survey participated by 80+ students revealed that
🔹 72% of respondents often feel the need to express themselves but don’t know whom to turn to.
🔹 68% feel judged or misunderstood when they try to open up.
🔹 61% said they would prefer talking to a stranger rather than someone they know.
•1 in 7 Indians aged 15–24 experience depression or anxiety (WHO, 2022).
•Over 56 million Indians suffer from depression, and 38 million from anxiety disorders
(WHO Global Burden of Disease Study).
•According to a National Mental Health Survey:
“Only 10-12% of those affected by mental health issues actively seek help.”

Direct Interview Insights:


"Sometimes, I don’t want advice. I just want someone to listen."
"Talking to strangers feels easier — they don’t know my story and won’t use it against me."
"It’s not that help isn’t available, it’s that reaching it feels emotionally exhausting."

🌍 Relevance to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):


•SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being – Emphasizes mental well-being as a core health priority.
USER PERSONA

Name: Riya Sharma


Age: 19
Background: Tech student, introverted, academically
stressed, emotionally isolated
Challenges: Fear of judgment, cannot afford regular
therapy, values privacy
Goals: To talk to someone without being judged or
“diagnosed”
User Type: Lead User (represents a large group facing
this challenge, open to using the solution)
DEFINING NEEDS – Uncovering the Layers of
Emotional Support

1. Primary Needs: Judgment-free


conversation, instant emotional
support, and a safe outlet for
venting.

2. Secondary Needs: Anonymity,


natural conversations, and
empathetic listeners.

3. Latent Needs: Emotional


validation, connection without
🧭 Insight Summary:
formalities, and a sense of
Emotional well-being isn’t always about curing something —
sometimes, it’s about creating spacesbelonging.
that hold space.
Point of View Statement (POV):

A young adult who feels emotionally overwhelmed and isolated needs a safe, non-
judgmental space to express their feelings anonymously, because past experiences of
being misunderstood or judged have made them suppress their emotions and fear opening
up again. They are not necessarily looking for solutions, but rather for someone who will
genuinely listen, validate their emotions, and make them feel seen and heard. The insight is
that emotional well-being is not just about therapy—it’s also about human connection without
pressure, and the ability to feel understood without revealing identity.

Creating a Judgment-Free
Community
Safe Space Respect and Trust Inclusive Access
Zero tolerance for stigma Built on genuine For all backgrounds and

or blame compassion and listening experiences


Ideation Method Used: SCAMPER
Substitute:
Replaced face-to-face therapy with anonymous virtual chats to reduce stigma and
improve accessibility.
Combine:
Integrated peer support and professional therapy in one platform, offering users
flexibility in the type of help they receive.
Adapt:
Used a swiping system to match users with the right listener or therapist based on
their needs and mood.
Modify:
Transformed the traditional therapy interface into a more casual, non-clinical chat-
based design to create a comforting and approachable environment.
Put to Another Use:
Utilized emotional journaling prompts for self-reflection and as a tool for users to
better understand their emotional patterns.
Eliminate:
Removed the requirement for users to disclose personal identities or mental health
diagnoses, eliminating barriers to seeking help.
Rearrange:
Empowered users by allowing them to choose between peer listeners and
therapists, giving them control over the type of support they want.
“The goal was to make emotional help feel just a click away—without fear, labels, or stigma.”

Prototype Features Overview:

Anonymous User Profile Creation


1.Minimal input required
2.No identity disclosure needed
1.Dual Support Options
1.Peer Listeners: For venting, empathy,
and connection (Free, 24/7)
2.Professional Therapists: Licensed
help (Paid, scheduled/on-demand)
2.Instant Chat or Voice Connect
1.Seamless and secure chat interface
2.User can choose between text or voice
3.End-to-end encryption for privacy
Next Steps: Join the
Movement
1 Sign Up 2 Choose Support 3 Start Sharing
Create your anonymous Peer listener or Find relief through
profile today therapist, your choice connection now
Innovation Analysis
Desirability | Viability | Feasibility
 Desirability
• Rising mental health awareness among youth and students.
• Demand for non-judgmental, anonymous support.
• Appeals to users hesitant about traditional therapy.

 Viability
• Freemium model:
• Peer support = Free
• Therapist support = Paid
• Potential revenue through mental wellness partnerships (colleges,
corporates).
• Scalable with low operational costs via cloud infrastructure.
• Data (with consent) to improve personalization.

 Feasibility
• Built using existing tech
• Real-time chat, voice APIs, anonymous login.
• MVP with peer support only.
• Scalable backend (Firebase, Twilio, Node.js).
• Team ready to develop UI/UX and basic functionality.
MENTOR INTERACTIONS

Number of Mentor Interactions:


• 3 Interactions with mentors throughout the project cycle.
• Feedback provided at key stages of development: ideation,
prototyping, and final pitch.

Suggestions Given by Mentors:

• Emphasize Anonymity and Privacy.


• User Experience (UX) Design.
• Scalability:
Subscription models to ensure the platform can grow
smoothly and sustainably.
• Focus on Peer Support:
Encouraged starting with peer support as a free,
accessible feature to gain initial traction before introducing
paid therapist sessions.
TEAM EXPERIENCES

Our team of 5 worked collaboratively through various stages of the project, from ideation to the
final prototype. The journey was filled with insightful discussions, brainstorming, and regular
feedback sessions to refine our approach and enhance the platform.

Key Takeaways:
• Collaboration was key in building a holistic and balanced
platform.
• We learned how to listen, adapt, and stay aligned on the
core mission to create a supportive environment.
Thank You

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