Characterising the Mental Health Challenges of LGBTQ Populations Through Computational Analysis of Crisis Conversations

Faculty: 
Munmun De Choudhury
Students: 
Eva Sharma

This research project aims to develop computational and analytic approaches that can utilize Crisis Text Line's conversations to examine, quantify, and understand "minority stress" and thereafter glean meaningful insights into the unique mental health challenges and needs of LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) individuals.

Lab: 
Director: 
Munmun De Choudhury
Faculty: 
Munmun De Choudhury

The SocWeB Lab's mission is to develop novel computational techniques, and technologies powered by these techniques, to responsibly and ethically employ social media in quantifying, understanding, and improving our mental health and well-being.