MIDFREE: Supporting Students' Mental Health Inspiration My inspiration behind building MIDFREE was to help students overcome mental health issues. Many students in my area face depression and abuse (physical or sexual). The motivation for this project is to improve the mental health of students who are under immense pressure from parents or abusers. Often, students are hesitant to share their problems with their parents, fearing they won't be understood. MIDFREE aims to bridge this gap and offer support.
What It Does MIDFREE is designed to support students, particularly those who are mentally distressed. The platform includes three main modules:
NGO Section
This module provides access to NGOs that cater to various mental health issues. Many students are unaware of the available NGOs in their country that can help with their problems. This section helps users connect with the right NGO quickly and efficiently. Personalized Mentor
This feature connects students with personalized mentors who can communicate with their parents or guardians on their behalf. The goal is to improve understanding between students and their families, addressing the communication gap that often exists. Therapists Connection
MIDFREE helps students find and book appointments with professional therapists. Users can connect with therapists who can offer professional guidance and support. In addition to these modules, MIDFREE also offers a collection of resources, including books, movies, quotes, and podcasts related to mental health, providing users with alternative support options.
How We Built It MIDFREE was built using several tools and technologies:
Design: Figma was used to design the website template. Structure: HTML provided the foundation for the website's structure. Styling: Tailwind CSS was utilized for a modern and responsive design. Functionality: JavaScript was employed for dynamic features. AI Integration: An AI chatbot was incorporated to provide information and support on mental health disorders and abuse. Challenges We Ran Into One of the main challenges was engaging NGOs and learning to code from scratch. We had to acquire new coding skills and understand how to integrate various functionalities into the website, which was a tough but rewarding experience.
Accomplishments That We're Proud Of Successfully integrating multiple modules to address different aspects of mental health support. Building a user-friendly platform that provides valuable resources and professional help to students. Creating an AI chatbot that enhances user interaction and support. What We Learned Throughout the development of MIDFREE, we learned the importance of combining technical skills with a compassionate approach. We also gained experience in working with various technologies and integrating them into a cohesive platform.
What's Next for MIDFREE Moving forward, we plan to:
Expand the network of NGOs and therapists available on the platform. Enhance the AI chatbot's capabilities to offer even more personalized support. Continuously update and improve the resource sections, including adding new books, movies, and podcasts related to mental health.
Built With
- css3
- html5
- javascript
- tailwindcss