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International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD)
Special Issue on Emerging Trends and Innovations in Web-Based Applications and Technologies
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Life Line: Developing a Digital Platform for

Enhancing Mental Well-Being and Suicide Prevention

Sahil Kokate , Sandhya Ganvenwar , Prof. Shubhra Chinchmalatpure , Prof. Anupam Chaube
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1,2,3,4 Department of Science and Technology,
1,2,3,4 G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

ABSTRACT and resource hubs, empowering users to access support at
Mental health issues, particularly suicide, are a growing their convenience. This approach not only complements
global concern affecting millions annually across diverse traditional mental health care but also extends its reach to
demographics, with stigma and limited access to care underserved populations.
contributing to individuals' reluctance to seek help. To This paper introduces Life Line, a digital platform designed to
address this, Lifeline is a proposed digital platform designed enhance mental well-being and support suicide prevention
to enhance mental well-being and provide critical suicide efforts. Unlike traditional intervention models, Life Line
prevention services, breaking down barriers to mental
health care through accessibility, privacy, and real-time focuses on creating an interactive and user-friendly
environment that encourages proactive mental health
support. The platform offers interactive self-help tools for management. Key features include guided self-help
emotional regulation, coping strategies, and mindfulness,
alongside educational content that raises awareness about programs, evidence-based coping strategies, peer support
forums, and direct access to crisis resources. The platform
mental health, warning signs of suicidal ideation, and the emphasizes accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring that users
importance of early intervention. Lifeline also features a from diverse backgrounds can benefit from its services
real-time support network where users in crisis can access
live, confidential consultations with licensed professionals, regardless of location or socioeconomic status.
as well as peer support communities that foster solidarity The development of Life Line is rooted in research-backed
and belonging. Integrating with national suicide prevention methodologies, drawing on psychological and public health
hotlines and local responders, Lifeline ensures a seamless principles to create a holistic support system. The platform
transition from digital to in-person support, aiming to aims to provide preventive measures, early intervention, and
reduce fatal outcomes in high-risk situations while ongoing support, ensuring that users have access to
maintaining user confidentiality and empowering resources tailored to their specific needs. Ethical
individuals to seek help without fear of judgment. considerations, such as ensuring user privacy,
confidentiality, and data security, are integral to the

platform's design, fostering trust and encouraging
KEYWORDS: Mental health, Suicide prevention, Digital engagement.
platform, Self-help tools, Coping strategies, Emotional This research paper explores the conceptualization,
regulation, Mindfulness, Early intervention, Real-time support, development, and potential impact of Life Line on mental
Peer support, Confidentiality, Crisis intervention, and health care. It discusses the platform’s features, its role in
Accessibility addressing barriers to traditional care, and its potential to
transform mental health service delivery. By addressing both
I. INTRODUCTION the challenges and opportunities associated with digital
Mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and platforms, this paper highlights the value of Life Line as a tool
suicidal ideation, are significant public health concerns for enhancing mental well-being and preventing suicide.
worldwide. According to the World Health Organization
(WHO), suicide ranks as the fourth leading cause of death Key Points for Research Paper:
among individuals aged 15 to 29 years, with over 700, 000 1. Global Mental Health Crisis: Suicide is a leading cause of
deaths reported annually. Despite an increased focus on death globally, especially among young adults,
mental health care, access to timely and effective support necessitating innovative interventions.
remains a challenge due to barriers such as stigma, 2. Barriers to Traditional Mental Health Services: Stigma,
geographical limitations, and the lack of mental health geographical limitations, and lack of resources hinder
professionals in underserved areas. These challenges access to timely support.
underscore the need for innovative, accessible, and inclusive
solutions to address the mental health crisis. 3. Role of Digital Platforms: Digital solutions offer scalable,
accessible, and user-friendly options for mental health
In response to these challenges, digital platforms have care and suicide prevention.
emerged as a promising avenue for mental health support
and suicide prevention. By leveraging widely available 4. Introduction to Life Line: A digital platform designed to
technologies such as mobile applications and online tools, provide guided self-help, peer support, and access to
these platforms provide an accessible and scalable solution crisis resources.
for individuals who may face barriers to traditional mental 5. Research-Based Development: The platform is grounded
health services. Digital platforms can offer features like self- in evidence-based practices and prioritizes ethical
assessment tools, crisis helplines, guided therapy exercises, considerations, including user privacy.

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