MoodShare
A social media platform catered to mental health and well-being
My Role: UX/UI Designer.
Duration: Ongoing
Tools: Figma
Team: 1 UX Designer
The Problem?
The negative stigma around mental health, often perpetuated by mainstream media, creates a significant barrier for people to talk openly about their struggles. This can lead to individuals internalizing their emotions and moods, which can manifest in harmful ways such as suicidal thoughts or tendencies. It's essential to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage open and honest conversations to ensure that individuals receive the necessary support and resources they need to improve their mental well-being.
Research
Research Method:
For our preliminary research, we conducted 4 user interviews via zoom to collect qualitative data from our target users. We also created and distributed a Google survey to 51 people.
Key Findings
“"It bothers me. It’s hurtful to others when people don’t seek help — even though it’s uncomfortable."”
“You’ve got to evolve with the tech—kids are getting phones earlier, accessing all kinds of apps. If we’re not keeping up, we’re missing what’s shaping their mental health.”
“Culture is the vehicle for understanding what’s normal and what’s not in mental health—but psychology often forgets that. We can’t use a one-size-fits-all lens for healing.”
“I feel like there's a really big push, and there's a lot of advocacy, specifically towards the black community, on the importance of mental health and the consequences of not receiving mental health services to deal with various issues of trauma and crises.”
Survey Results
Persona
Lo-fi Prototype
Hi-Fi Prototype
We tested our final prototype and found participants preferred having the questionnaire after the onboarding process rather than before. We made the necessary adjustments for a smooth user experience. Users liked the coffee cup "like" button, so we included it in the final product to enhance the user experience. These adjustments show our commitment to user-centered design.
Regenerate response
Lessons Learned & Future Thoughts
The future of MoodShare includes an expanded set of resources designed to support holistic mental wellness. This will feature mindfulness exercises, an integrated exercise tracker, and a sleep tracker to help users maintain balance in both body and mind. MoodShare also aims to strengthen its community through mental health fundraisers and events, while offering professional workshops and seminars to foster education, support, and connection.