Blue Guardian: A New AI Tool for Kids' Mental Health
Episode Overview
Blue Guardian app utilises AI to provide personalised mental health support for kids Founder Emmanuel Akindelay's personal experiences drove the app's development AI operates by analysing user input to tailor support and connect them with resources Privacy measures ensure data protection and user control over involving trusted adults Blue Guardian aims to empower youth to take charge of their mental wellbeing
Just because this was affecting so many people, right? Like, this is such a critical issue. And mental health is extremely important. And seeking out help is not something that you should feel shame about.
Imagine a tool that helps kids understand their emotions better and offers them the support they need. That's what the Blue Guardian app is all about. In this episode of 'Life Unscripted', host Janice Arnoldi sits down with Emmanuel Akindelay, the app's founder, to discuss how this innovative technology is making a difference. Emmanuel opens up about his own tough experiences with mental health as a child, where he often felt dismissed by teachers.
These challenges inspired him to create Blue Guardian, an app that uses artificial intelligence to track and support children's emotional well-being. Unlike other AI tools that rely on general information, Blue Guardian focuses solely on the individual user's emotional intelligence. It analyzes their inputs to offer personalized mental health support and connect them with useful resources.
Emmanuel and Janice also tackle the important issue of privacy, explaining how the app ensures user data is protected while allowing kids to involve trusted adults in their mental health journey. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and mental health. It's a hopeful look at how AI can be used to empower young people to take charge of their emotional well-being.