For parents
Teenagers feel at home in games — it’s their world. That’s why our games are created with input from mental health experts and powered by AI that responds to each teen’s emotions and behavior.
We’re here — even when you can’t be.
Teen mental health is one of parents’ biggest concerns — yet it’s often something teens struggle to talk about.
We understand how hard it can be to cope with anxiety and self-doubt. That’s why we created a project that supports both you and your child — combining the power of technology, evidence-based psychological tools, and a safe space free from judgment.
Why it matters
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in five teenagers in Europe suffers from a mental health disorder — most commonly anxiety and depression.
Depression accounts for around 22% of all diagnosed mental health issues in adolescents (UNICEF).
Up to 30% of teens experience persistent low mood and exhaustion without ever receiving a clinical diagnosis.
The COVID-19 pandemic made things worse — rates of anxiety and depression among adolescents nearly doubled (JJAMA Pediatrics).
Girls and children from socially vulnerable families were especially affected.
What challenges do teenagers face?
- Social factors: bullying, peer pressure, unstable family environments.
- Economic difficulties: poverty, discrimination, uncertainty about the future.
- Technological risks: cyberbullying, social media and gaming addiction, reduced face-to-face communication.
Why do more than 60% of children never get help?
- Shame and fear of being judged (stigma study, PMC)
- Underestimating their own symptoms
- Lack of accessible specialists and long waiting times (The Guardian)
This means that even when teens recognize something is wrong, many are left to deal with it alone.
How can technology help?
Modern AI tools enhance psychological support and make it more accessible:
AI chatbots
Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy are available 24/7 and have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing anxiety and depression symptoms (PMC).
Voice-based emotion recognition
Kintsugi Voice analyzes short 25-second speech samples with 71% sensitivity and 73% specificity in detecting moderate to severe depression (Annals of Family Medicine).
Selfie-based depression detection
MoodCapture, developed by Dartmouth College, uses a smartphone’s front-facing camera and environment to detect signs of depression with approximately 75% accuracy based on 125,000 images from 177 participants (Dartmouth College).
VR/AR therapy
Has already shown effectiveness in treating phobias, PTSD, and anxiety disorders (Medical News Today, Healthcare in Europe).
But recognizing emotions is just the first step — what truly matters is helping teens manage them.
That’s exactly what Mental Health does: we support teens when things get tough and guide them toward healing.
Our chatbot:
- asks questions gently and respectfully
- is based on proven therapeutic methods (like CBT)
- adapts to the teen’s age, gender, and personal preferences
- provides psychological games and self-help techniques
- is designed specifically for the needs of adolescents
How you can help
- Pay attention to changes in your child’s behavior
- Don’t dismiss or minimize their feelings
- Talk to them about seeking help — including online options
- Stay connected and create a trusting environment
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