Stressed Out? These 8 Mental Health Apps Could Help You Cope with These Challenging Times
Aug 5, 2021 • Jeremiah Santos
It’s been over 500 days since the country’s been put on lockdown, and it’s definitely taken a toll on a lot of people’s mental health. The Department of Health (DOH) reported almost 600 suicide-related calls on its crisis hotline from January to February 2021. In the first quarter of the same year, the hotline received an average of 1,002 calls monthly; 289 of them were suicide-related. It is evident that mental health issues are a growing problem. With that being said, here are 8 mental health apps that can help soothe your mental health during this challenging period.
Moodfit
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Moodfit is a mental health app with a variety of features. It is designed to make you feel better by preparing to get you into mental shape. It tracks your moods as well as your activities. Over time, the app provides relevant insights and strategies to make you feel better. Download on iOS and Android.
HealthNow
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HealthNow is a collaborative effort between New Good Feelings (NGF) and Globe. Prior to this, they launched the suicide hotline HOPELINE (2919) in 2012. Eventually, they expanded their partnership to HealthNow, a mobile app that helps patients conveniently consult with a doctor, buy medicine for delivery, and soon, schedule clinic appointments without leaving their homes. HOPELINE is accessible within the app, providing easier access to the service. Download on iOS and Android.
Wysa
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Wysa is an AI-based virtual chatbox. It offers advice as well as companionship to users. The app keeps all information confidential and private. Its cute penguin mascot is a defining feature that adds to a user’s therapy due to its bubbly look. The Wysa app is for those who want someone to talk to. Download on iOS and Android.
Happify
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Happify is an app that features science-based activities and games to overcome negative thoughts and stress. The app’s games were devised by psychology experts on cognitive behavioral therapy. It also caters to different types of happiness, such as coping with stress, building confidence, overcoming negative thoughts, and achieving mindfulness. Download on iOS and Android.
Calm
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One of the most popular mental health apps is Calm, with over 20 million downloads. It helps users relax, meditate and sleep. The app also uses soft music alongside well-being programs to improve one’s state throughout the day. Its soothing interface and quality features enabled it to win Apple’s App of the Year in 2017. Download on iOS and Android.
Ten Percent Happier
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Ten Percent Happier has guided meditations, videos, talks, and content that are designed to help you sleep better, be more mindful, improve your relationships, and become just a little happier — about ten percent. If you’re new to meditation and mindfulness, the app makes it fun, straightforward, and unintimidating. Download on iOS and Android.
MoodMission
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MoodMission is an app that recommends “missions” based on what the user is feeling. The user will tell the app their mood for the time being, and the app will provide activities to improve mood or cope with stress. Missions include breathing exercises, physical exercises such as push-ups, and reframing negative thoughts. Download on iOS and Android.
Rootd
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Rootd specializes in panic attack and anxiety relief. A big red button can be activated within the app and it will show you guides on coping with panic attacks and finding comfort as soon as possible. It also provides short- and long-term lessons about anxiety so you can better cope with it. Download on iOS and Android.
Which one is your app of choice in taking care of your mental health?
