The Conscious Keyboard is a smartphone plugin which helps youths become more aware of the consequences of their online messaging behaviours. It uses machine learning to detect hurtful language being typed, has a built in timer which delays the message from being sent, and then prompts youths to reflect on the consequences of the hurtful message. But ultimately, leaves the decision to send in the hands of the youths.
App Design, UX, UI
2020
Majority of youths connect with their social circle digitally. With 81% of youths using a device daily.
Most communication is done through messaging on social media and messaging platforms, both one to one and in groups.
Youths understand the realities of digital addiction and anxiety. They understand that their behaviour plays a big part in the lives of others.
Detects hateful and harmful language using machine learning.
Delays the immediate sending of hateful and harmful messages.
Prompts the user to reconsider the message but leaving the user with the final choice.
Tracks their messaging history and supplies reports allowing them to monitor their actions.
Connects the user to their nominated support network to ask for help.
Educates both users and their support network on digital wellbeing.
