Stanford Study Reveals BeMe Health's Pivotal Role in Teen Mental Support

A recent study on BeMe Health, a digital behavioral health platform designed for teens, revealed high user engagement and positive feedback. Collaborating with Stanford University, the research found that of the 13,000+ users, 85% screened positively for depression and 78% for anxiety. Over a month, users accessed BeMe around eight times, with significant engagement in app content related to cognitive and dialectical behavior therapies.

Moreover, 92% reported enhanced confidence in using coping skills after using the app. Especially younger teens and females showed heightened interaction with the platform. The study underscores the potential of digital tools like BeMe in supporting teen mental health.

In the face of soaring adolescent mental health challenges, the BeMe Health platform, has shown to be both engaging and beneficial for its users, according to a new study. The BeMe Health app is not just another digital tool; it was co-created with the insights of an advisory board of 131 teenagers. 

The app offers skill-building activities rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, 24/7 crisis support, one-on-one coaching, and clinical services. Furthermore, it provides an avenue for users to share their feelings and experiences in real-time.

The study, carried out in collaboration with Stanford University:

• 85% of those who started using the app had a positive screen for depression, while 78% screened positive for anxiety.
• Participants engaged with the app on average eight times within a month.
• A vast majority (91%) interacted with the app's educational content, and three-quarters took part in its interactive activities.
• Around one in five users tapped into the coaching and clinical services offered by the app.
• Significantly, around 83% felt the app boosted their hope, 84% believed it elevated their self-esteem, and 92% said it heightened their confidence to employ coping techniques.
• Additionally, 84% of users found the app's coaching beneficial for managing stress.

Dr. Judith Prochaska, the lead investigator and a professor at Stanford University, highlighted the app's potential, stating, “Innovative solutions that are accessible, engaging, and responsive are needed to address the mental health needs of teens today. Our initial findings demonstrate that a large number of teens engaged with the BeMe platform, including its content, mood assessments, interactive skills, and live coaching. Digital tools such as BeMe have the potential to substantially enhance access to mental health support for young people.”

Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) indicate that 40% of U.S. high school students experience consistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. An alarming rise in the number of teenagers contemplating or attempting suicide has also been noted over the past decade. This crisis not only impacts individual well-being but also carries significant financial implications. The total cost associated with anxiety disorders stands at $6,405 per youth, with suicides and attempts costing the USA nearly $70 billion annually.

Interestingly, the study found that female users and those aged between 13 and 14 years engaged more actively with the app. Dr. Danielle Ramo, Chief Clinical Officer at BeMe, expressed that while the heightened engagement of female teens was anticipated, the active participation of younger teens was a particularly insightful discovery. As the world grapples with the implications of a global pandemic, there's a heightened need for mental health resources that resonate with today's tech-savvy teens. BeMe, with its blend of clinical research and real-time support, appears to be a step in the right direction.

About BeMe Health:

BeMe Health is a digital behavioral health company specialized in teen mental health interventions. Developed with insights from a 130+ member Teen Advisory Board, the platform offers content, mood tools, safety planning, skill-building activities, and 1:1 coaching, all tailored for teens' digital habits. Emphasizing evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and positive psychology, BeMe integrates clinical research with real-time support. 

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