Today, there are dozens of online tools and applications for adult mental health. More recently, however, there are has been an influx of tools and resources just for kids, teens and young adults. Here are three apps that offer digital support just for youth and teens:
MindRight
MindRight offers personalized, live coaching over text message for teenagers who could use some emotional support. The coaches at MindRight offer guidance to deal with everyday issues. They provide a “custom strategy to guide every youth in managing stress as well as whatever else life brings their way.”The MindRight coaches work in teams to support students that are dealing with stress and trauma, but unlike crisis response, the MindRight coaches are more focused on crisis prevention. Teens can get started by texting “hello” to at 886-886.
Website: https://getmindright.org/
Stop Breathe & Think guides youth through accessible mindfulness exercises to improve their mental health and wellbeing. The content is accessible through a variety of means including iOS, Alexa, Slack and more:
STOP: Stop what you are doing. Check in with what you are thinking and how you are feeling.
BREATHE: Practice mindful breathing to create space between your thoughts, emotions and reactions.
THINK: Broaden your perspective, and strengthen your force field of peace with personalized meditations and activities
Website: https://www.stopbreathethink.com/
Mightier
Through hardware and software, Mightier offers a solution for kids and adolescents to use biofeedback games to develop emotional regulation skills.
How It Works: Kids wear a heart rate monitor that controls the difficulty of the game. They learn calming skills to stay focused and in control to win the game. Our expert coaches guide parents through every step.
Website: https://mightier.com/
Note: Anxiety In Teens does not endorse any of the listed tools, technologies or companies and is not responsible for the content or services listed. It is important to review each offering and ensure the content is evidence-based and the developers take note of security and privacy for all users of their products and services.