# Stress-Free Tech Technology is leveraged to combat stress and promote mental health. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Mar 30, 2017 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/stressfree-tech ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Stress-Free Tech trend? **Stress-Free Tech:** As awareness and de-stigmatization of mental health continues to grow, an increase in technology trends around regulating stress and promoting emotional wellness are becoming more readily available for the everyday consumer. This beneficial shift demonstrates an increase in demand for technology that enhances the user's well-being, not just their lifestyle. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 20, 2015 to Mar 15, 2017 - Published: Mar 30, 2017 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Stress-Free Tech trend ### Biometric Stress Assessment Sensors and biometric seating systems that detect stress can be applied in various situations to promote health and wellness. ### Mood-Detecting Chatbots Chatbots that can detect moods can interact with users on a daily basis to track how they feel and provide mood reports. They can also serve as a tool to identify mood disorders and enhance the services provided by mental health care professionals. ### Virtual Reality Escapism Virtual reality headsets offer a form of escapism for individuals who are undergoing stressful situations such as chemotherapy treatments. Opportunities exist to apply this technology in other healthcare settings to alleviate psychological and emotional stress. ## What the Stress-Free Tech trend means for industry ### For Automotive Incorporating stress-assessing technology into vehicles such as biometric seating and driving aids can improve driver wellness and safety. ### For Healthcare Technology that detects stress and promotes wellness can be used in healthcare settings, from traditional clinics to chemotherapy centers. ### For Artificial Intelligence The development of mood-detecting chatbots that use artificial intelligence and natural language services opens opportunities for enhancements to services provided by mental health care professionals. ## Workshop question Our culture is becoming increasingly aware of the importance of mental health. How does your company support its employees in this regard? ## Trend signals for Stress-Free Tech Trend score 4.8 out of 10, from popularity 78%, activity 58%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 78% - Activity: 58% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Stress-Free Tech trend 5 featured examples from Oct 20, 2015 to Mar 15, 2017. - [VR Escapism Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chemotherapy-patient): This Chemotherapy Patient Program Uses Virtual Reality as a Form of Escape (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Integrating virtual reality technology into medical treatments to enhance patient experience and well-being. - [Mood-Detecting Chatbots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mood-detecting-chatbots): AI 'Joy' Can Keep Track of Human Emotional States on Facebook Messenger (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Chatbots equipped with mood-detecting capabilities can enhance the services provided by mental health care professionals by providing additional monitoring and support to users. - [Stress-Regulating Driver Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-wellness): Faurecia's 'Active Wellness' is a Health-Monitoring Biometric Seat (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate biometric seating systems and real-time health monitoring technologies into the automotive industry to enhance driver well-being and s… - [Stress-Fighting Gadgetry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stressfighting): The Pip Monitors the Skin's Electrical Current to Determine Stress Levels (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Innovations like the Pip have the potential to disrupt the mental health product industry by offering new and effective stress-fighting solutions. - [Stress-Reducing Health Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-rate-variability): The 'Lief' Tracks Heart Rate Variability to Decrease Stress (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The wearable technology industry can benefit from heart-rate variability tracking devices that offer stress-reducing features. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)