Facebook has made Woebot, a mental health support chatbot, available to users of its Messenger instant messaging service. The app is designed for people who are suffering from depression, anxiety or other psychological problems. Woebot isn't designed to replace traditional therapy but can help users "learn more about how they function in the world with these emotions and thoughts”, according to Woebot Labs CEO Dr Alison Darcy. “If someone is already communicating with their friends on Messenger, Woebot is right there, too.” The service is available for a two-week free trial and costs $39 a month after that.
Facebook has made Woebot, a mental health support chatbot, available to users of its Messenger instant messaging service. The app is designed for people who are suffering from depression, anxiety or other psychological problems. Woebot isn't designed to replace traditional therapy but can help users "learn more about how they function in the world with these emotions and thoughts”, according to Woebot Labs CEO Dr Alison Darcy. The service is available for a two-week free trial and costs $39 a month after that.