Let’s talk… Wellbeing app, brilliant idea or waste of money?

After just three weeks of using ROOM, students report feeling less stressed. At least, that’s what the research results from its creators suggest. Erasmus University’s mental health app was launched this week. With an increasing number of young people struggling with mental health issues, this app aims to support students. What do you think? Should you get a ROOM, or would you rather not?

We would love to hear your opinion. Yes really. That’s why we ask every other week for the opinions of students and employees on a particular topic. We do so here and every other Wednesday on our Instagram.

Do you already use apps for your wellbeing? Or do you believe you should actually spend less time on your phone for the sake of your mental health? What are your thoughts (and tips for boosting mental wellbeing)? We’d love to hear your opinions either way.

In 2021,the EUR app was voted down by the University Council. The 1.1 million euros needed to fund it had to be sourced differently, and they succeeded. After four and a half years of development, the ROOM app is now available. You can download it from Apple and Google’s app stores. You’ll need to log in with your student account. In the future, the app is likely to be made available to students from other universities as well.