Data & Outcomes

Evidence-based support you can trust

Alongside’s team of mental health clinicians work alongside researchers and district leaders to design solutions that help all students navigate life’s challenges.

Meaningful Help for All Kinds of Needs

In a study conducted by Northwestern University, Alongside was found to impact students at all levels of the MTSS framework.

76% of high-risk students reported no suicidal ideation after 3-months (Tier 3).

25% of students with anxiety saw a clinically significant reduction in symptoms (Tier 2).

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Across all students, overall distress decreased after 1-month and hopelessness decreased after 3-months (Tier 1).

In Their Words

Qualitative feedback from students in the study

9th Grade

I love how easy it is to use. its fun and engaging and really should be used by everyone Alongside helps you control your emotions and helps you if your feeling sad or down

6th Grade

I feel like just having something to talk about your worries has been a great thing for my mental health. Kiwi's calm, positive tone has certainly helped.

11th Grade

As someone who doesn't have access to actual therapy and whatnot, I feel like chatting with Kiwi from Alongside is the next best thing. The way they are always positive and ready to listen makes me feel much better by the end of our conversation.

8th Grade

I am able to express my feelings without feeling as though i would be judged for my opinions and feelings.

10th Grade

You can tell them anything and it will help you with things you didn't feel like saying to other people.

8th Grade

I really liked that it really helps me with some things that are happening. It helps me stay focused and more organized with my life as well.

Verified Results:
Alongside meets federal standards for evidence and impact

Instructure, a third-party evaluator, has validated the effectiveness of Alongside to meet the funding requirements under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) standards for level 3 and 4.

Continued research is underway with a study designed to meet the standards of ESSA Level II, demonstrating Alongside’s ongoing commitment to research and moving along the ESSA continuum as it builds its evidence base.

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