Being diagnosed with depression doesn’t have the same stigma it used to. Even celebrities are coming out and acknowledging their own depression and other mental health struggles.

If you’re depressed, you’re not alone. Research tells us that depression is on the rise due to the COVID-19 pandemic (which, of course has not been helped by the government implementing stay at home orders). Not only do these stay-at-home orders make it harder to get the help you need, but they also force many people into solitude or to be locked down with abusive relatives, significantly increasing the risk of depression.

But on the plus side, there are some excellent apps out there that can help relieve depression symptoms.

5 Best Apps for Depression

Let’s look at the top 5 depression apps to download that you can get on both iOS and Google Play.

1. Youper

Youper is a free app where you can chat back and forth with an AI assistant. You’ll be asked how you think about your behaviors, thoughts, as well as patterns. You’ll be walked through techniques that you could require based on the responses you give. It will then summarize the conversations you have as well as the type of interactions into insights. Those can help you understand what you need to do in order to stay well emotionally. The app is free with in-app purchases.

2. Daylio – Mood Tracker

If you deal with fluctuating moods, and you don’t know what causes these swings, this app can be of help. Daylio provides you with the opportunity to create a PIN for your protection and privacy. You track your moods and activities. You will then gain an understanding of how and why your moods fluctuate. It is free with in-app purchases.

3. Talk Life

If you are feeling isolated and you are afraid of being around those who could not understand your struggles with depression, the Talk Life app will help. This app gives you the opportunity to chat with others who get it, and who are struggling with depression as well so you don’t feel alone. This is a great community app, and it is free with in-app purchases.

4. Pacifica

This app, Pacifica is a mindfulness app that will help you identify your feelings as well as problems. It helps you move towards a state of peace and acceptance. A psychologist designed the app and you’ll receive different techniques through it such as meditations, muscle relaxation, and visualizations. It is free with in-app purchases.

5. Happify

Happify is an app that has been used for a long time and it is designed to make everything more fun for you if you have a rough depression day. It utilizes techniques that involve CBT, positive psychology, as well as mindfulness. This app will help you feel better and become more resilient later on. It is free with in-app purchases.

If you are struggling with depression, any of these apps are great to try out! Which are your favorite apps to help combat depression? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below.