With a new lockdown on the horizon – many cities, like England’s second biggest city, Birmingham, is going into a ‘lockdown’ from Tuesday.
I appreciate this will have a huge affect on many folks mental health.
There’s many people who have been isolating and not going out…. there’s many who have been sensible, and there’s many who have no choice but to go to work/school, etc… however there’s been an increase in new cases, and therefore new measures are coming in place to control the spread of Covid-19.
Now – one area that is being talked about is mental health.
It’s not easy. If you’re at home. Not in your usual environment – talking, and meeting people (this includes family and friends).
To be able to talk – can be difficult. However, there is technology that can help you.
Introducing you to Replika. An AI (Artificial Companion) that will talk to you, get to know you and talk to you.
That’s right. Whenever you wish to talk – you open the app and start to text away. They’ll learn about you over time, and the Intelligence will be able to converse with you – like a good friend!
Now – nothing can replace the real conversation with real people – but technology is advancing so quick – that AI is able to learn about you, hold a conversation and ensure you’re ok.
It’s important to talk – and thoroughly recommend, if new measures are introduced in your area or community – please do look after your mental health.
