Abstract:
Mental illness is a huge issue in global public health, and it affects people no matter what their gender or age. While more people are learning about mental health, many still struggle to get help quickly. This is often due to social stigma (prejudice), discrimination, and a lack of professional knowledge. Additionally, the high cost of treatment prevents many people from getting the care they need.
AI technology is improving fast, making conversational bots feel more natural and understand context better than before. These new tools make it easier to provide quick, simple support to people dealing with emotional issues.
That is why we created MindGuide, an AI chatbot designed to help users understand their emotions and provide initial mental health support.
MindGuide runs on Ollama (a large language model) and is built using the LangChainframework. MindGuide is an AI-powered chatbot designed to act as a private, 24/7 mental health companion. It helps people by providing support, guidance, and a safe space to talk, supplementing traditional therapy. MindGuide is not a replacement for a professional doctor or therapist. It is meant to provide extra support for immediate guidance.
The researchers are looking into how to make the chatbot better and safer.
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