A Text-Based AI Chatbot for Emotional Support in Student Mental Health

Mental illness is common among students, and the majority of them do not receive timely and sufficient treatment due to stigma or a lack of resources. A chatbot developed with artificial intelligence for text-based conversation provides emotional support, confidentiality, and convenience. The chatbot makes use of sentiment analysis and natural language processing for detecting emotions, responding with sympathy, and presenting personalized advice that helps users combat stress and emotional issues. Around-the-clock accessibility ensures that assistance is readily available when needed. Its conversational nature promotes non-judgmental interactions to facilitate open ended discussions and developing trust. Its efficacy in enhancing emotional resilience and reducing loneliness has been proven with user reviews. The diversity-focused, accessible chatbot connects students with mental health resources, improving well-being and helping them better cope with adversity. This combination of AI and emotional support has tremendous potential for mass use.