Abstract:
A recent study found that 75% of university students experienced severe psychological
distress, while 25% experienced mild to moderate levels of distress during
the COVID-19 pandemic [1]. Factors such as academic, personal, and familyrelated
issues contribute to psychological distress among college students, leading
to physical, emotional, and psychological strain that negatively impacts their
overall well-being and functioning. ACAPP, a responsive web application, has
been developed to address these challenges by fostering self-awareness, cultivating
healthy habits, and equipping student users with effective well-being strategies.
While online mental health applications already exist, student engagement with
such platforms tends to be low. To overcome this issue, ACAPP introduces a
menu-based assistant feature that offers an interactive experience, aiming to enhance
user engagement.
