Young woman with afro sat on concrete steps using phone. Wysa user story. AI for mental health.

I never thought AI could be used for mental health – Eleanor’s story

Eleanor*, 35 from Italy, uses Wysa to help her manage panic attacks and anxiety. This is her story: “I have suffered from panic attacks and anxiety since I was 22 yrs old, so over a decade now. I have had both psychotherapy (which I continue to have) and medication to help. This combination helped me … Continue reading “I never thought AI could be used for mental health – Eleanor’s story”

Three women wrapping Chritmas Gifts. Mental Health at Christmas Time.

8 ways Christmas affects your mental health – and what to do about it

The most wonderful time of the year? Christmas and the festive season can be full of joy, fun and pleasure as people gather together with friends and family, swap presents, enjoy good food, and get in the Christmas spirit with traditional activities. But not everyone loves the holidays. People who experience mental health problems may … Continue reading “8 ways Christmas affects your mental health – and what to do about it”

Image of South African students. Wysa user review for Wysa therapy app.

Wysa. Every listening ear is valuable – Sophasoami’s story

Sophosoami, 23, from Johannesburg in South Africa came to Wysa via her student support services team at the University of Pretoria. She speaks about the value of having someone to talk to at any time of the day, as part of her toolkit of wellbeing. This is her story in her own words: “There have … Continue reading “Wysa. Every listening ear is valuable – Sophasoami’s story”

1 in 3 Australians suffer depression or anxiety

1 in 3 working age Australians suffer from depression or anxiety

New report reveals 46% of mental health sufferers have not accessed support due to the inability to self-diagnose need, perceived cost or embarrassment New research into Australians’ mental health published today by Wysa, a leading global provider of mental health support, reveals that one in three (31%) working age Australians are managing symptoms of moderate … Continue reading “1 in 3 working age Australians suffer from depression or anxiety”