Challenge
College students are experiencing record-high rates of depression, anxiety, loneliness, and suicidality. Traditional campus services are struggling to meet the growing demand, underscoring the urgent need for innovative approaches to support student mental health and wellness.
Despite increased awareness of mental health issues, many students face difficulties in prioritizing their well-being and often lack knowledge about available resources for effective self-care. To address this challenge, it’s essential to develop solutions that enhance access to mental health support and promote proactive wellness strategies on campus.
Solution
The Joan & Irwin Jacobs Center for Health Innovation (JCHI), in collaboration with UC San Diego students, has developed a groundbreaking app that redefines student mental health and well-being support.
Willo stands out as an innovative self-care and healthcare app, offering a personalized, on-demand solution that connects students to essential campus resources. Unlike traditional approaches, Willo integrates an intuitive system aggregator that customizes recommendations for services, resources, and apps based on individual interests and goals.
With features like health analytics and motivational incentives, Willo not only breaks down barriers to mental health resources but also fosters active engagement and self-management. This app is set to revolutionize how students approach their mental health, aiming to inspire a cultural shift toward greater awareness, open dialogue, and proactive well-being.