HorizonSMILE

🌟 𝐒𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝟐: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩! 🌟 On November 12–13, 2024, HorizonSMILE partners, gathered at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Maribor to take critical steps towards refining and advancing the SMILE #OpenKnowledgePlatform. Together, we’re shaping a platform that supports #YouthMentalHealth with innovative, evidence-based digital tools. 📅 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 included in-depth reviews of our first #Prototype and tackling integration challenges for smoother user onboarding. Technical discussions centred around optimising backend services, refining workflows, and enhancing interfaces, laying the groundwork for seamless onboarding, scheduling, and effective user journey management for SMILE pilot managers. 📅 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 focused on #Security, #DataCollection, and #UserAccessManagement, advancing SMILE's alignment with #FHIR standards and #SAPL access control. This included discussions on our 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥, a core element that will enable #Interoperability and consistency in data management across our platform. The workshop wrapped up with actionable next steps for the next development stages. ✨ A big thank you to our partners— Univerza v Mariboru, RDIUP, NVISION, FTK e.V. Research Institute for Telecommunications and Cooperation, and WIZ Research—and to all participants for their expertise and commitment. ✨ A special thanks to HUMADEX for hosting this impactful workshop, and to the dedicated HUMADEX researchers who fuel SMILE’s progress. Together, we’re building evidence-based digital tools to tackle mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and social stigmatisation for #young people aged 10 to 24. Stay tuned as we move toward real-world applications through our #LivingLabs. #MentalHealth #HorizonEurope #gamification #TechnicalWorkshop #CompanionAPP #OKP #DSS #SMILEgame

💡 Prototype 2: Integration and Development Workshop - Day 2 The second day of our workshop proved to be incredibly insightful as we tackled key technicalities that could potentially pose risks in the further development of our prototypes. Engaging discussions with the #technicalteam were essential, and we’re excited to see these insights translated into actions as we advance the HorizonSMILE project. A special thanks to our trustful partners NVISION, WIZ Research, RDIUP and FTK e.V. Research Institute for Telecommunications and Cooperation who participated in the two-day workshop in Maribor with HUMADEX team from Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Maribor — your collaboration and expertise were truly invaluable! Here’s to collaboration and making significant strides in developing digital tools to improve mental health 🧠 #HorizonEU #SMILE #collaboration #innovation #workshop #mentalhealth

Our researcher Sergio Escalona and software engineer Jordi Tejedo Jiménez are part of the Intensive HorizonSMILE Workshop that is taking place in Maribor, Slovenia together with our SMILE Technical Partners Univerza v Mariboru, HUMADEX RDIUP @wiz @ftk) working on the correct development of the the project before the start of the Living Labs.

🌍Take Part in Our Survey on Cultural Sensitivity in Mental Health!🌍 We invite you to participate in the "𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭" Survey. We're gathering insights from young people (ages 10-24), parents, educators, and mental health professionals to better understand cultural beliefs and attitudes around digital tools like apps and online platforms for mental health support. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞? 💡Your anonymous input will guide us in creating culturally sensitive and impactful mental health solutions tailored to the unique needs of young people. 🌟Plus, if you're a SurveyCircle user, you’ll earn points for your participation! 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝: https://lnkd.in/e6KniEak 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤:https://lnkd.in/ekdYZuAQ   Your insights can help shape a healthier, more culturally aware future for all. Thank you for supporting mental health innovation!🙏 SurveyCircle – Find Survey Participants through Mutual Support #MentalHealth #DigitalHealth #CulturalSensitivity #HorizonEU #YouthWellbeing #Survey #SurveyCircle

💡 Prototype 2: Integration and Development Workshop The HUMADEX group is hosting the "Prototype 2: Integration and Development Workshop" on November 12–13, 2024, at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Maribor, in Maribor, Slovenia. This workshop is part of the Horizon Europe funded project HorizonSMILE, which aims to develop an Open Knowledge Platform featuring evidence-based #digital #tools for #children, #adolescents, and #young adults aged 10 and above, addressing critical #mentalhealth challenges, including #anxiety, #depression, and #societalstigmatization, using innovative, #technologydriven #solutions. The event bring together project partners from NVISION, WIZ Research, RDIUP, FTK e.V. Research Institute for Telecommunications and Cooperation and Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Maribor, led by Izidor Mlakar to: ☑️ Refine intervention protocols ☑️ Discuss the second prototype of a gamified digital tool designed for integration into clinical practices For more details, follow updates on HorizonSMILE and the HUMADEX group. Because mental health matters 🧠 #horizoneurope #mentalhealth #innovation #gamification #prototype

https://lnkd.in/e6hn9yG8 Youth in UK aged 10-24 please sign up for the focus group and workshops and the pilot study about clinical mental health interventions and wellbeing. HorizonSMILE The University of Edinburgh Heriot-Watt University

♻️Help Us SHAPE THE FUTURE of mental health support for young people 🌟🧠 This is a short survey on cultural sensitivity and the use of digital tools to support the mental health and well-being of young people ( ages 10-24). your input is crucial for HorizonSMILE. Mental health support needs to reflect the cultural values and beliefs of the community it serves. By sharing your thoughts, you will help us ensure this project is not only effective but also cultural relevant and accessible to all young people across Europe. Representativity, inclusion and respect of your context are our core values. click here to take the survey 👉https://lnkd.in/dwfJzESJ

🎉We’re thrilled to announce that the HorizonSMILE project has been awarded a Poster Prize at the DGKJP Congress 2024! 🎉 This recognition celebrates the impactful results from the SMILE focus groups held in #Germany, where #children, #adolescents, and #youngadults shared their experiences and insights into SMILE mental health digital support tools. Dr. Johanna Heger, Senior Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at University Hospital Heidelberg (UKHD), presented our findings at the prestigious congress in #Rostock, #Germany. Dr. Heger highlighted SMILE’s unique approach to co-creating mental health solutions with #youngpeople, which resonated strongly with attendees. Her presentation and the engaging poster design received enthusiastic praise, earning us this special recognition. We’re grateful for this acknowledgment, which underscores the importance of centering #young voices in mental health care. Curious to learn more? Visit our website to read about our presence at the conference and view the poster➡️https://lnkd.in/ejgY_5zE #MentalHealth #YouthVoices #DGKJP2024 #PosterPrize #FocusGroup #Poster #Conference

Proud of this collaboration! Welcome on board Fondazione In Oratione Instantes, together we're expanding support for youth mental health and resilience!💙✨

🌍𝙄𝙩'𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨💚 🧘♀️On National Stress Awareness Day, the HorizonSMILE Project Team encourages everyone to take a moment for mental well-being. Today reminds us of the importance of mental health and the need for accessible, compassionate support systems. At HorizonSMILE project, we’re creating an eco-system to empower young people with effective and evidence-based tools to build resilience in challenging times💪 Join our mission to improve mental health ! Become part of the SMILE Community: https://lnkd.in/eGVxn_TF Together, let's support each other and work toward a healthier, happier future. 🤗 #StressAwarenessDay #MentalHealthMatters #YouthMentalHealth #MentalWellbeing #StressLess