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Leveraging AI-Powered Chatbots for Mental Health Support for High School Students
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: AI Driven Mental Health Support System
Abstract
This article explores the potential of AI-powered chatbots to address the growing mental health challenges high school students face. With increasing rates of anxiety, depression, and stress among adolescents, traditional mental health support systems often fall short due to stigma, limited accessibility, and resource constraints. The study highlights how advancements in natural language processing (NLP) enable chatbots to provide scalable, 24/7, nonjudgmental support tailored to individual needs. The article examines strategies for integrating these tools into school programs, including customization for cultural and age-specific contexts, collaboration with educators and mental health professionals, and addressing ethical concerns such as data privacy. Through an analysis of case studies, the findings demonstrate that chatbots improve accessibility, reduce stigma, and facilitate early interventions, ultimately enhancing mental health outcomes. The conclusion emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach to ensure these tools' success. It calls for collaboration among educators, developers, and mental health practitioners to maximize their impact in educational settings. This article emphasizes the transformative potential of AI-powered chatbots in creating a supportive, stigma-free environment for high school students.
Keywords
AI-powered chatbots, Adolescent Mental Health, Natural Language Processing, Stigma Reduction, Early Intervention, School Programs, Data Privacy, Mental Health Accessibility.
How to cite this paper
@article{1706902,
author = {Akinboyejo Asimolowo},
title = {Leveraging AI-Powered Chatbots for Mental Health Support for High School Students},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {8},
number = {7},
pages = {194-205},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706902.pdf},
abstract = {This article explores the potential of AI-powered chatbots to address the growing mental health challenges high school students face. With increasing rates of anxiety, depression, and stress among adolescents, traditional mental health support systems often fall short due to stigma, limited accessibility, and resource constraints. The study highlights how advancements in natural language processing (NLP) enable chatbots to provide scalable, 24/7, nonjudgmental support tailored to individual needs. The article examines strategies for integrating these tools into school programs, including customization for cultural and age-specific contexts, collaboration with educators and mental health professionals, and addressing ethical concerns such as data privacy. Through an analysis of case studies, the findings demonstrate that chatbots improve accessibility, reduce stigma, and facilitate early interventions, ultimately enhancing mental health outcomes. The conclusion emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach to ensure these tools' success. It calls for collaboration among educators, developers, and mental health practitioners to maximize their impact in educational settings. This article emphasizes the transformative potential of AI-powered chatbots in creating a supportive, stigma-free environment for high school students.},
keywords = {AI-powered chatbots, Adolescent Mental Health, Natural Language Processing, Stigma Reduction, Early Intervention, School Programs, Data Privacy, Mental Health Accessibility.},
month = {January},
}