Our Research
Video-Based Peer Support Effectiveness Study Outcomes
Our research among 142 participants in our Depression Recovery Groups demonstrates the power of combining evidence-based self-help materials with high quality peer support.
Tremendous Impact
The outcomes reported by our study participants included large reductions in the use of Urgent Care and Emergency Rooms as well a much smaller rate of hospital re-admissions.
- Symptoms
- −34%
- Urgent Care
- −48%
- Emergency Room
- −49%
- Hospital Readmission
- −69%
Reported by 142 participants in HeyPeers Depression Recovery Groups.
Highly Rated Sessions
Our session design, coupled with Certified peer supporters and science-based content yields consistently positive results.
- The group leader seemed warm, supportive, and concerned.
- 96%
- I had an opportunity to talk about the problems that are bothering me.
- 93%
- I learned some new ways to deal with my problems.
- 83%
- I believe the meeting was helpful to me.
- 94%
- I intend to use what I learned in today's meeting.
- 91%
- I would recommend this service to others.
- 97%
Share of participants who agreed with each statement.
Participants Tell the Impact
A small sample of participant comments demonstrate the impact that our groups have on their lives.
“Great meeting. Look forward to returning!”
“It was a great group, and I felt a really strong bonding with everyone in the group. Everyone got to share and empathize with one another.”
“It was a very intimate and supportive meeting. It actually helped me deal with some dark negative thoughts in a positive way.”
“Thank you for this meeting it helped me feel like I'm not alone.”
“Great group, exactly what I needed! Facilitator did an amazing job; I can't wait for next week.”
