Mental health typically isn't a topic to take lightly, but these bizarre innovations in psychology and psychotherapy toe the line between tasteful humor and downright absurdity.
From robot psychotherapists to artistic mental health signs, TV shows about mental illness and social networking for the mentally ill, there's a wide range of topics covered in this slideshow. Click and enjoy.
Implications - Although once considered a taboo topic to be pushed under the rug, mental health is increasingly becoming an issue that is brought to light. Society's greater acceptance of, and willingness to openly discuss, psychological issues and their impact on the world is a strong indicator of how we are increasingly becoming more attuned to superior prevention and treatment measures.
13 Bizarre Mental Health Innovations
From Robot Psychotherapists to Disturbing Self-Help Ads:
Marissa Brassfield — Jun 28, 2009 — Lifestyle
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Psychology of Happiness Tests
Identifying Fake Smiles
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Wealth Psychology
Shrinks For Affluenza, Sudden Wealth Sydrome
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Twitter Psychoanalysis
TweetPsych Reveals What Your Tweets Say About You
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Internet Addiction Official Mental Illness
Compulsive-Impulsive Disorder
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Artistic Mental Health Signs
Musings for Mental Health by ‘The Ghost' of We Kill You
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Psychological Career Commercials
CareerBuilder Ad Shows Top Reasons to Change Jobs
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Robot Psychologist
MindMentor The Future Of Mental Healthcare
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Mental Fitness
Give Your Brain a Mental Tune Up at Lumosity
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Disturbing Self-Help Ads
RoSana Psychological Counseling Evokes Exorcist in You
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TV Shows About Mental Illness
'United States of Tara' Deals with Dissociative Identity Disorder
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Making Mental Health Cool
'Celebrity Psychings' Psychoanalyzes Loony A-Listers
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Psychotherapist Robots
MindMentor
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Social Networking For The Mentally Ill
Controversial Support Sites
Related Ideas
Personalized AI Therapy
Flint AI Therapy Offers a Pocket Therapist Available 24/7
Hyper-Personalized AI Health Coaches
Thrive Global & OpenAI Startup Fund Deliver Thrive AI Health
Autism-Supporting Athletics Brands
Nike Partnered with the NBA for an Autism Awareness Campaign
AI-Lead Car Ads
Ford Launched an AI Campaign Dubbed 'Be Surreal, Be Ford'
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
Emergency Shelter Robot Companions
The 'POWER HUG' Robot Concept Offers Warmth and Comfort
Conversation Starter Crisps
Beavertown's Spicy Cheese Chips Support Talking About Mental Health
AI Mental Health Startups
SereniMind Users Engage in Mood-Based Activities Based on Their Needs
Psilocybin Mushroom Bioreactors
Hypha Labs' Psilocybin Bioreactor is Efficient & High-Tech
Destigmatized Weight Health Campaigns
Felix's New Campaign Reframes Modern Weight Management
Expressive Smart Home Displays
The 'Smart Pad' Concept by Kai Xia Has a Comical Personality
Mental-Health Awareness QSR Packaging
McDonald's Alters Its Happy Meal Boxes for Mental Health
Complimentary Movement-Focused Workouts
Lululemon Commemorated World Mental Health Day
AI-Generated Soup Can Art
The Campbell’s 'pAIntings' Initiative is Inspired by Artistic Greats
Mental Health Coffee Blends
The Coffee Foundation Supports Mental Health Awareness
Empathetic AI-Powered Journal Apps
The 'empaithy' App Supports Mental Health Exploration
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Emotion-Regulating Mobile Apps
Feeling Great is a New Therapy App by Psychiatrist Dr. David Burns
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Curated Neurobeauty Sets
selfmade's Neurobeauty Bundle Brings Ease to the Skin and Mind
AI Mental Health Apps
TheraMe Uses AI To Detect The Critical Mental Health Needs of Its Users
Mental Health Mirrors
The Baracoda BMind Smart Mirror Helps Users Manage Stress
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
AI-Powered Gut Health Companions
Ustwo Unveils Breakthrough Digital Coaching App Sproutiful
Performance-Driven Health Gadget Lines
Kineon Debuts Heal+ & Calm+ in a New Crowdfunding Campaign
Gamified Stress Reduction Apps
The 'URSO' Mental Health Gaming App is Fun and Engaging
Mental-Health Smart Mirror Concepts
The Mio Smart Mirror Encourages Self-Motivation
Two-Person Seesaw Benches
Movember's A Problem Halved Bench Inspires Mental Health Conversations
AI Mental Health Companions
MYND Provides Personalized Guidance, Meditations & Support
Mental Health Support Platforms
CheersAI Was Created by High School Students
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
AI-Powered Wellness Apps
The 'Yuna' App Lets Users Vent, Track Events and More
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
Self-Esteem Promoting Plushies
Bigfoot Kin Teaches Children How to Love Themselves
Healthcare Assistant Robots
Enchanted Tools' Miroki and Miroka Were Presented at CES 2024
Service Robot Chair Concept
Yunsoo Choi Designs an Interactive Chair Robot Concept
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Tennis Champion Beauty Campaigns
Naomi Osaka Advocates for Maybelline's 'Brave Together Program'
Musical AI Campaigns
Fiverr's 'Nobody Cares' Positions AI as a Tool for Skilled Freelancers
Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions
Raise the Moral Studio Presents the Becoming Familiar Show
Immersive AI Wellness Avatar Experiences
Tomo is an AI Spiritual and Mental Guidance Experience
Mindfulness-Promoting Walking Clubs
Self Space's Walk Club is an Exercise in Mindfulness
Mental Health Snack Initiatives
Pringles Relaunched a QR Design for Exclusive Movember Tubes
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
AI-Backed Digital Twins
Twin Health Has Created Digital Twins as an AI Experiment
AI-Generated Cancer Exhibitions
Gallery of Hope Uses AI to Picture Patients' Future Memories
Burgeoning Psychedelic Art Movements
The Chambers Project/PACT Embrace the Psychedelic Movement
Online Mental Health Services
Talkspace Enters a Partnership with Amazon Health Services
Human-Sized Interactive AI Robots
The Menteebot Interacts with Commands Using Natural Language
AI Men's Wellbeing Apps
Mindtrainer AI Helps Men Lead Healthy Lives With Meditation and More
AI-Powered Mood Boards
MoodBoardly Creates Stunning Boards Across a Variety of Indusities
Athlete-Specific Mental Fitness Initiatives
alphabeats Has Teamed Up with Nationsbest Football
Anti-Doomscrolling Robots
NABS & Amplify Created the DoomScroller for World Mental Health Day
AI-Powered Wellness Companions
Guin Represents a Step Forward in Tech-Fueled Mental Health Care
Empathetic AI Therapists
Chamberly Offers a Safe Space and a Listening Ear for Anyone
AI-Enabled Audio Journals
The 'Pillowtalk' Private Audio Journal Supports Personal Talk Therapy
Personalized AI Therapists
TakeCareAI Provides User-Centric Care Advice to Address Health Concerns
AI Health Companions
HealthMate AI Can Transform Your Body with Personalized Tech
Organized AI Databases
The Many AI Tools Organizes AI Tools By Category
Neuroscientist-Backed Brain Health Series
Masterclass Launched a New Series Titled Brain Health
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
AI Mental Health Assistants
Yuna is an AI App Trained in Therapeutic Best Practices
Youth-Focused Therapist Networks
'Zencare' Connects Patients with Vetted Therapists Without Hassle
Connection-Focused Health Apps
'Circles' Safely Connects People Struggling with Mental Health
Book-Shaped Toolkits
The Hot Girl Toolkit by Mandy Supplies Women with Seven Must-Have Tools
Metaverse Therapy Apps
'Innerworld' Launched a New Paid Tier with Licensed Therapists
Dance-Enhanced Mental Wellness Offerings
Zumba Fitness Partners with Noom to Motivate Users
AI Mental Health Apps
Deepen is an AI-Powered Pocket Therapist
Mental Health Postcard Platforms
BTS Partners with UNICEF to Launch a New Mental Health Initiative
Psychology Skill Board Games
Two Docs in a Box's Think Like A Shrink is a 2-6 Player Board Game
Wellness-Focused Psychedelic Retreats
Tangerine Retreat is a New Facility in the Netherlands
Emotive AI Therapy Apps
aiTherapyCall Boasts the Slogan "Human Feel, AI Heal"
Journaling-Focused AI Therapy
PeacePulse Facilitates Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
Motivational Footwear Campaigns
ASICS and Brian Cox Present the 'ASICS Desk Break'
AI Meditation Guides
Vital is an AI Mindset Guide that Offers Personalized Wellness Strategies
Action-Oriented Mental Health Initiatives
TUNED IN To Mental Health Boosts Support & Curbs Stigma
Neuroinclusive Workstations
MeSpace is a Modern Workstation for Neurodiverse Professionals
Accessible Mental Health Trainings
Maybelline Brave Talk is an Empowering Five-Step Online Program
Digital Mental Health Care
AI Therapist Online Offers Empathetic 24/7 Support
AI-Powered Mental Health Platforms
The 'Thoughtful' Platform Combines CBT and AI
Human-Like AI Marketing Avatars
Studio Neiro Helps Scale Marketing With Engaging AI Videos
Empathy-Building Anxiety Simulators
This Tool Let's You Practice Talking to Someone with Anxiety
Emotion-Tracking AI Journals
Pink Piko Uses AI To Help Users Understand Their Moods
Inclusive Workplace Handbooks
The Northern Ireland Civil Service Debuts a Neurodiversity Handbook
Therapist-Backed AI Journals
Rosebud Provides Real-Time Feedback and Personalized Insights
AI Mental Support
Soulreply Offers AI-Powered Psychological Support for Personal Growth
Therapeutic Breakup Bots
Text Your Ex Helps People Cope and Process Their Breakups
Positive Affirmation Journals
Daily, Nightly Offers Customized Affirmations to Uplift and Inspire
Bizarre Soda Campaigns
Dr Pepper's Try More Weird Disrupts Life's Boredoms with Weirdness
1-1 Therapist Phone Calls
You Need a Therapist Offers Real-Time AI Voice Calls to Provide Guidance
Empowering Mental Wellness
AI-Driven Personalization for Mental Health
Prescriptive Mental Health Posters
Parkrun Encourages Movement on World Mental Health Day
AI Mental Health Tools
Users Can Talk or Text with Therapini, the AI Therapist
Playful AI Assistants
Unreasonable AI Adds Humor and Chaos to AI Interactions
Empowering Mental Health Football Ads
adidas Debuts Short Film 'You Got This'
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
Therapy Management Tools
The CBT Therapy Notion Management System Maximize CBT Session Benefits
Autism Awareness Tech Products
TORRAS Presents its COOLiFY Cyber Product in New Campaign
Online Mental Health Resources
'Cerebral' Offers an Online Safe Space for Therapy and Psychiatry
Virtual Personal Trainers
Jamie's Fit Uses AI To Improve Health and Wellness For Anyone
Tech Worker-Focused Wellness Apps
TechieMind is a Mental Health Tool for Tech Industry Workers
Mental Health Chat Bots
Nemo AI is Available to Chat Through Whatsapp
Athlete-Backed Mental Health Campaigns
The Love, Your Mind Campaign Aims to Support Mental Health
Male-Targeted Emotional-Wellness Initiatives
Movemeber's Latest Grant Focuses on Indigenous Men
AI Personal Introspection Apps
Deepwander Uses AI To Help People Identify Patterns and Insights
Education-Enhancing Chatbot Services
The 'Stretch' Chatbot Offers Resources For K-12 Educators
Personalized Self-Care Platforms
Thryve Chat Helps Users Access Wellness Services 24/7
Redirected Movement Campaigns
Asics' 15MinuteWeightLoss Challenges Rapid Weight Loss Content
Note-Taking Therapy Apps
Therapeze is a Note-Taking App for Therapy Clients
Psychology-Driven Well-Being Platforms
Kuakua Blends Psychology and AI to Enhance Well-Being Daily
Comforting Mental Health Apps
Lunai Allows Users to Share Their Thoughts in Private
Doodling Mental Health Apps
The 'Scribble Journey' App Encourages Art to Explore Emotions
Personalized Meditation Sessions
Bliss Brain Can Curate Tailored Meditation Sessions
AI Dating Assistants
Intimal Supports Interpersonal Romantic Relationships with AI
AI-Boosted Enterprise Tools
The 'Innovation Assistant' Assists Ideation and Implementation
Daily Motivational Quotes
QuoteBuzz Uplifts with Positive Reinforcement Aligned to Their Goals
AI Habit Coaches
Habitomic Uses Empathetic AI Coaches to Help Users Reach Their Goals
Human-Penned AI Newsletters
The 'Not A Bot' Newsletter Explores AI from a Human Perspective
Compassionate AI Voice Projects
The Euforia Project Helps People Through Emotional Turmoil
AI Mental Health Apps
Mentalport Makes Improving Upon Mental Health Easy and Fun
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Psychology-Driven Goal Setting
Goal Planner - Notion System Helps Set, Plan, and Achieve Goals
Wellness-Focused Spoken Word Concerts
When Sisters Speak Runs as Part of Black Mental Health Week
Holistic Mental Health Initiatives
Gymnation Partners with The Lighthouse Arabia
Summarized Neuroscience News
Neurotech News Summarizes the Science World Without the Jargon
Celebratory Odd Designs
Ridiculous Design Celebrates Weird and Wonderful Ideas Within Design
AI Artist Insights
Stream of Consciousness Dives Into the Process of an AI Artist Named Livia
Thought-Organizing AI Assistants
Sort My Thoughts Helps Users Stay Organized
Reflective Peer Support Platforms
HOPE Connects Struggling People to Their Future Selves
Positive Mental Health Strategies
HappierMe: Master Your Mind Helps Users Achieve Long-Term Goals
Conversational Journaling Companions
'Thousands Thoughts' Offers a Unique Twist on Reflection
Online Mental Health Support
AI Therapist Provides Instant, Free Therapy Access Through a Web App
Personalized AI Productivity Platforms
The 'MindOS' Personal AI Automates Everyday Tasks
Daily Inspirational Quotes
Models of Life Offers Real, Inspirational Quotes and Narratives
Efficient Content Management Systems
Brain Mimic Turns Your Thoughts into Text in One Click
Calming Breathwork Apps
Tayo Rituals Guides Users Through Breathwork Rituals with an Expert
AI Behavioural Change Apps
Neurture Provides AI Guidance to Facilitate Habit Changing
Mental Health-Centric Contest Campaigns
Carlton Cards Has Reaffirmed Its Support for Mental Health