The Thought
As the so called first wave of the Covid-19 crisis was going to its end I've already started facing unknown issues like frequently experiencing boredom, unwanted or even desired social isolation, strong feeling of intolerance to strangers, standing nearby at the supermarket, and thoughts of the "uncertain" future. That initially got me thinking:
Is everyone facing mental uncertainty this days?;
How are the more sensitive people dealing with this and who will help them if everyone's becoming more and more isolated?
The numbers
A survey of "Skin - mental health platform" and "Gallup International" among 807 people in the period 3-11 September 2020 says that at least two out of five people in Bulgaria have encountered mental disorders "in one way or another". 65 % of the respondents agree that in case of a mental problem it is best to seek help from a specialist. The reference to relatives and friends is more typical for people with lower education and income levels.
Unfortunately 25% would agree with the statement that "people who suffer from depression just need to pull themselves together". 45% say that if someone in the country admits mental problems, others will start avoiding them. And for 18 % they are better off being isolated from society. For 37% addictions are "a lack of willpower" and 13% share that going to psychologist is a "whim or a shame".
The Idea
The main purpose of my mental health mobile page is helping people to interact with specialists in the field and get more comfortable about going to therapy. When having a mental problem for many people it’s difficult to start therapy. In Bulgaria a big part of the society is neglecting healthcare, due to prejudices and beliefs in fortune tellers and conspiracy theories. Because of the fragmented medical care system and the taboos many people simply don’t know from where to start when searching for help.
Anonymous live forum
Share your problem 24/7. Posts are published after they’ve been read by a certified therapist. They appear together with his advice and the option to be commented by others in the forum.
Share your problem 24/7. Posts are published after they’ve been read by a certified therapist. They appear together with his advice and the option to be commented by others in the forum.
Online group therapy
Choose between over 20 group therapy options with one of our top therapists! The online help options are followed by a list of the most helpful and most commonly visited online therapy groups. Many studies reveal that physical activity can protect us from developing mental disorders. That’s why 2 online sports groups are also included in the list of activities. Registered users can participate for free.
Choose between over 20 group therapy options with one of our top therapists! The online help options are followed by a list of the most helpful and most commonly visited online therapy groups. Many studies reveal that physical activity can protect us from developing mental disorders. That’s why 2 online sports groups are also included in the list of activities. Registered users can participate for free.
The Icons
The Search and the Knowledge
The Articles section
Families facing a mental issue can still loose from 6 months to couple of years going to fortune tellers. Sometimes with serious consequences on the overall medical condition of their relatives. Therefore on ToBe there's an articles section explaining therapy and braking people’s fears. They are based on most common fears.
The Test
If you struggle with finding answers for yourself or talking about the changes you experience you can take the Mental health test. It's not only about finding out if you're highly advised to start therapy. Giving your answers you will be more aware of your problems and closer to the decision to make your first steps trough guided mental healing today!
To implement a continuous plan of meeting our user’s needs and expectations there will be a voluntary option for the user to include his answers in an anonymous survey.
Get to love your mind again!
