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A Mobile Application to Improve Mental Health Amongst Teenagers by Journaling using Artificial Intelligence

Authors

Yuhan Wu1 and Ang Li2, 1USA, 2California State Polytechnic University, USA

Abstract

This research explores the development of an AI-powered journaling application designed to improve teen mental health by combining wellness journaling, AI-generated feedback, and trend analysis. The study investigates whether frequent journaling and AI-driven insights contribute to emotional awareness, stress management, and long-term mental well-being [10]. The application uses ChatGPT API to analyze journal entries, providing structured feedback and generating weekly mental health trend reports. Two experiments were conducted: one measuring pre- and post survey results and another comparing frequent vs. infrequent journaling. Results showed significant improvements in stress reduction and emotional expression among frequent journalers, validating AI-assisted journaling as a promising tool. However, challenges such as AI personalization, user engagement, and external influences require further refinement [11]. This research suggests that AI-powered journaling can serve as a valuable complement to traditional mental health resources, fostering self-awareness and proactive emotional management among teenagers[12].

Keywords

AI-assisted journaling, Mental health support, Teen well-being, Emotional self-reflection, Hybrid mental health solutions