BeHerd 1.0.5

If you are a teenager facing challenges, remember that you are not alone:

• 60% of students encounter depression symptoms but do not receive treatment.
• 32% of students will experience an anxiety disorder at some point.
• 13.3% of students will endure a major depressive disorder within the next year.

It is important to understand that there is a network of individuals ready to offer support, including friends, family, neighbors, public officials, school personnel, social workers, therapists, and more.

This is why BeHerd was developed — to provide you with a platform to express your thoughts and concerns and to alter the stigma connected with seeking assistance. The app connects you with individuals who are eager to listen and lend their support so that your voice is truly heard.

Here's a breakdown of the app's functionality:

1. CHECK-IN: Respond to brief daily prompts regarding your mood or utilize the journal feature for more in-depth reflections.
2. CONNECT: Select who you wish to share your check-in updates with and customize the level of detail they will receive.
3. BE HEARD: Share updates with loved ones, friends, or other support systems — your personal "herd."

Even if you are not a teenager, BeHerd can still benefit you. Being part of a herd enables you to gain insight into the emotional well-being of those you care about. By completing and sharing your daily check-ins with those who request your support, you contribute to fostering honest and open communication.

The app offers various features including:

• Daily Mood Check-In (quick and user-friendly)
• Word Dump (journaling feature)
• Herd (invite friends, grow connections)
• Listen In (monitoring others' well-being)
• Self Tracker (tracking personal mood changes)
• Resources (upcoming feature)
• Affirmations (upcoming feature)

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

The BeHerd app is focused on fostering connections between friends, sharing experiences, and nurturing relationships. It does not provide medical advice or diagnoses.

The information shared within the app, including user-generated content, discussions, or profiles, is intended for general informational and social purposes exclusively. It does not aim to replace professional medical evaluations, diagnoses, or treatments.

We urge all users to seek advice from qualified healthcare professionals for any medical concerns or questions. The app does not endorse or verify the accuracy of health-related information exchanged by users. Relying solely on information provided within the app for health decisions is discouraged.

The app may contain links to external websites or resources for convenience; however, this does not signify an endorsement or recommendation of the content within those links.

In cases of medical emergencies, contact your healthcare provider immediately or dial 911. For mental health crises, call 988.

By using this app, you acknowledge that you have read and comprehended this medical disclaimer and agree with its terms. Failure to agree to these terms implies that you should refrain from using the app.