“Vibe Check”
Turning WhatsApp into a safe space for Gen Z’ers to confront mental health struggles starts with putting the power of proactivity in their hands.
Vibe Check is a simple extension to WhatsApp that prompts users for a check-in on their current mood (or “vibe”), relieving them of the emotional burden of opening their door to difficult conversations.
A color-coded ring appears around the user's avatar once a vibe has been chosen.
Vibe Check subtly indicates when you are in need of support, and allows your friends to proactively adjust their behavior for more productive interactions.
This simple addition to the UI empowers users to privately explore complex feelings and nurtures the trust necessary for discussing them.
Made with Rachel Broadwell Stolte, Joseph Koroma, Jonathan Castaneda, and Sophie Whitfield.