Improving Teen Well-being through AI

Welcome to Our Program Evaluation!

Program Purpose

We are conducting an evaluation to understand how well uME, an AI chatbot, can help improve general well-being in teenagers. Recent advancements in AI technology have opened exciting possibilities for new approaches to mental well-being—-especially at a time when many teenagers are facing heightened stress and anxiety. We believe that we can address this issue by providing everyone a voice, and uME’s AI chatbot is designed to do exactly that in a safe and supportive environment.

Evaluation Objectives

  • Assess uME’s impact on teen well-being through analysis of WEMWBS scores over time
  • Examine usage patterns and engagement with uME through self-reported frequency, duration, and timing metrics
  • Evaluate participant experience and perceived benefits through structured feedback

Want to Join?

First, go to our Info page to learn about your rights and what you will be asked to do as a participant. Then, head to our Sign-Up page to:

  1. Test your understanding of the evaluation’s scope
  2. Download a copy of our consent and assent forms

Contact Information

For more information about the evaluation or if you have any questions, please reach us at:

Email: umestudy@theumf.org

Evaluation Team

Dr. Dave Zes, PhD
Lead Evaluator, UCLA

Thomas Blakely
Evaluator Assistant, UCLA