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Well-Being Chatbots

The below demos accompany the paper Structured AI Dialogues Can Increase Happiness and Meaning in Life. In a preregistered experiment (N=2,922), structured chatbot dialogues produced short-term improvements on several well-being outcomes versus a control chatbot, with effects observed across key subgroups. These results do not generalize to all AI-based emotional support.

Important: These demos are educational research prototypes and do not provide medical or mental health advice. They are not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment, or therapy from a licensed professional and do not create a clinician–patient relationship. If the user is in crisis or considering self-harm, they should contact local emergency services; in the U.S., call or text 988.

Hero's Journey Chatbot

Guides the user through a compact Hero’s Journey to reframe challenges, strengths, and next steps. Helps the user view their life as a story and identify actions aligned with their values.

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Meaning Chatbot

Prompts the user to reflect briefly on what gives them purpose—people, roles, and commitments that matter. Surfaces themes the user can carry into daily decisions.

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Gratitude Chatbot

Leads the user through a short exercise to express gratitude to a specific person. Encourages the user to notice others’ contributions and clarify what they appreciate.

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Savoring Chatbot

Guides the user to slow down and revisit a positive moment in detail—sensations, thoughts, and meaning. Helps the user extend and consolidate the experience so it is easier for them to access later.

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