Beyond the Band-Aid: Why BeMe Supportive Media™ is the Antidote to Social Media

How BeMe Health Has Created A New Category For Teen Mental Health Support

BeMe Health
2 min readJan 9, 2024
Source: Journal of Medical Internet Research mHealth and uHealth (JMU)

Meta’s recent move to protect teenagers from harmful content on Instagram and Facebook is a positive step, but it is not enough. BeMe is not just another app, it’s a revolution in mental health support for teenagers. Unlike social media, BeMe provides a secure and fulfilling environment for teenagers to grow authentically without the pressure of hearts, followers, or toxic comparisons leading to further isolation.

What sets us apart is our Supportive Media™, which is like having a personal life coach in your pocket. Our content undergoes rigorous expert review to ensure its safety and efficacy for teenagers, unlike the unpredictable and unreliable advice on social media platforms.

At BeMe Health, we’re breaking new ground with human coaches for immediate one-on-one advice and crisis support. It’s about providing genuine, real-time help in a language teens want to seek advice. We’re more than just a service; we’re a trusted companion for teens navigating life’s complexities.

So far, over 50,000 teens have trusted our BeMe Coaches and our Supportive Media™ channels for guidance on a range of issues — from managing school stress and relationships to tackling grief, eating disorders, self-harm, and anxiety.

Our evaluation with the Stanford Prevention Research Center involved a groundbreaking study with over 13,000 teenagers, proving the effectiveness of BeMe. The study found that BeMe users experienced a surge in hope, self-esteem, and emotional strength, leading to long-lasting transformative results.

This news comes at a crucial time, as many teenagers in the U.S. are struggling with their mental well-being. Sadly, too many young people feel sad or hopeless, and there’s a serious shortage of mental health professionals to help them.

BeMe is not only ahead of its time, but it’s also leading the way in teenage mental health. We are more than just an app, we are a movement advocating for Supportive Media™ to empower teenagers with real-life tools to face their challenges. While social media catches up, the BeMe app is a beacon for a brighter and healthier teenage generation.

About BeMe Health

BeMe is a mobile mental health app — made for and With Teens In Mind™ — to improve teen well-being by bringing together the best aspects of digital media, live support, and clinical care.

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BeMe Health

BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teens In Mind™