{"id":526,"date":"2026-01-28T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:89\/ai-avatar-inc-conducts-survey-on-mental-health-after-long-holidays-and-ai-utilization\/"},"modified":"2026-01-28T09:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T09:00:00","slug":"ai-avatar-inc-conducts-survey-on-mental-health-after-long-holidays-and-ai-utilization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uat.aiavatar.fun\/pt-br\/ai-avatar-inc-conducts-survey-on-mental-health-after-long-holidays-and-ai-utilization\/","title":{"rendered":"AI Avatar Inc. Conducts Survey on \u201cMental Health After Long Holidays and AI Utilization\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Approximately 80% Report Difficulty Shifting Their Mindset<\/p>\n<p>\uff5eExpectations Grow for Supportive Presence, Trend Emerges Seeking AI \u201cCompanionship\u201d\uff5e<\/p>\n<p>AI Avatar Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo ; President: Ichiro Kato; hereinafter \u201cthe Company\u201d), which positions itself as your \u201cunconditional cheerleader\u201d for your efforts, conducted a survey titled \u201cMental Health After Long Holidays and AI Utilization\u201d targeting 208 men and women aged 20-50 nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>The results revealed that many people find it difficult to mentally switch gears after a break. Furthermore, expectations were confirmed that AI could serve not only for efficiency and management, but also as a supportive presence that empathizes with feelings and encourages positive action. Against this backdrop, the Company&#8217;s AI avatar app \u201cAI AVATAR\u201d provides a conversational experience through the app. This experience helps users articulate their feelings in daily life and consider taking positive steps forward at their own pace.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0Background and Purpose of the Survey<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The period following extended holidays like the New Year is often considered challenging for mental adjustment due to shifts in daily rhythms and environments. While individuals cope differently with such changes, there is growing interest in how AI\u2014primarily used for task efficiency and information provision\u2014is perceived as a supportive presence that empathizes with feelings and encourages proactive actions. Therefore, our company conducted this survey to understand consumers&#8217; perceptions regarding the emotional fluctuations often felt after long holidays, their expectations for supportive and affirming interactions, and the potential of AI to be a daily companion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cPost-Long-Vacation Mental State and AI Utilization\u201d Awareness Survey: Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sample Amount: 208<\/p>\n<p>Sample Criteria: Men and women aged 20s to 50s<\/p>\n<p>Survey Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026<\/p>\n<p>Survey Method: Internet-based survey<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0Survey Results Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>After long holidays, about 80% feel difficulty switching back to work mode<\/li>\n<li>Approximately 90% responded that \u201cmental state after a break affects performance\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Approximately 80% responded that \u201cbeing supported leads to positive actions\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Over half have \u201cfelt the desire to seek encouragement or support from AI\u201d<\/li>\n<li>The role expected of AI is \u201ccompanionship\u201d rather than \u201cmanagement\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u25a0Survey Results Details<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u30fbDo you feel \u201cunmotivated\u201d or \u201cdepressed\u201d after a long holiday? (n=208)<\/p>\n<p>77.9% (approximately 80%) of respondents felt \u201cunmotivated\u201d or \u201cdepressed\u201d after a long holiday. In contrast, only 11.5% felt \u201cnot very much\u201d or \u201cnot at all,\u201d indicating that many people find it difficult to shift their mindset after a break.<\/p>\n<p>\u30fbDoes this state after a long holiday affect your work or daily performance? (n=162)<\/p>\n<p>Approximately 90% (86.5%) of respondents felt their mental state after a long vacation affected their work or daily performance. In contrast, only 2.5% felt it had no impact, indicating that emotional state is perceived as influencing behavior.<\/p>\n<p>\u30fbDo you think being \u201cencouraged\u201d or \u201caffirmed\u201d by someone is effective for recovering your mood? (n=162)<\/p>\n<p>Approximately 80% (81.5%) felt that encouragement or affirmation is effective for emotional recovery. Only 6.8% felt it was ineffective, indicating that interaction with others is perceived as a catalyst for positive action.<\/p>\n<p>\u30fbHave you ever felt like you wanted AI to \u201csupport you\u201d or \u201cadvise you\u201d? (n=162)<\/p>\n<p>Over half (52.5%) have felt they wanted AI to \u201csupport them\u201d or \u201cconsult with them.\u201d However, a significant number do not hold such expectations, indicating a range of roles people seek from AI.<\/p>\n<p>\u30fbWhat kind of support do you expect from AI? (multiple answers) (n=162)<\/p>\n<p>The top roles expected of AI were \u201cconsultation partner\u201d (37.0%) and \u201csupport for habit formation\u201d (32.7%). Around 30% also expressed a desire for emotional support, indicating expectations not just for management but for \u201caccompanying support.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0Potential for AI Avatar Utilization Revealed by Survey Findings<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This survey indicates that during times when feelings are prone to fluctuation, such as after a long vacation, the desire to \u201cbe encouraged by someone\u201d or \u201creceive affirmation\u201d can serve as a catalyst for positive action.<\/p>\n<p>The AI avatar app \u201cAI AVATAR\u201d provides a conversational experience to help users articulate and organize their feelings during these small daily stumbles, enabling them to consider their next step at their own pace. It can serve as one option for effortlessly shifting one&#8217;s mindset during busy days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0Comment from AI AVATAR Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This survey revealed that many people find it difficult to shift their mindset after long holidays and perceive encouragement and affirmation as potential triggers for positive action. Furthermore, the fact that a significant number of people have experienced wanting \u201cencouragement\u201d or \u201cadvice\u201d from AI suggests that AI is beginning to be perceived not just for efficiency and management, but as a presence that can offer emotional support. Through our AI avatar app \u201cAI AVATAR,\u201d we aim to be a presence that quietly supports users&#8217; emotions in daily life and encourages positive steps forward. We will continue exploring the future of this service.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0About AI AVATAR Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>AI AVATAR GROUP, with bases in seven countries including Japan and across Asia, is a global company focused on developing and providing the conversational app \u201cAI AVATAR\u201d that understands emotions. It works on the social implementation of \u201ccompanion AI\u201d utilizing multimodal technology (text, voice, expressions).<\/p>\n<p>In 2022, we launched our AI Avatar business in Japan. Beyond the \u201cAI AVATAR\u201d app, we are advancing into the medical and education sectors and promoting collaborations with other companies that leverage our technology. Guided by our vision of \u201ca future where AI walks alongside people, continuously supporting their efforts,\u201d we are developing AI Avatars that accompany human actions and challenges, encouraging positive steps forward.<\/p>\n<p>As part of these initiatives, we offer AI avatar services tailored to specific purposes, including the companion AI partner app &#8216;SOULRiZA&#8217; that supports sustained action.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25a0About &#8216;SOULRiZA&#8217;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>App Name: SOULRiZA<\/p>\n<p>Provider: AI Avatar Inc.<\/p>\n<p>Compatible Environments: iOS \/ Android (Global Support)<\/p>\n<p>Main Features: Dialogue and encouragement with AI avatars, daily habit management, action-prompting notifications, Body transformation support through weight and meal tracking<\/p>\n<p>Price Model: Free (Some in-app purchases available as usage progresses)<\/p>\n<p>Download the app here: https:\/\/app.adjust.com\/1ubx579n?campaign=PR_20251126_RoutingFeatureRelease&#038;adgroup=PR_20251225_Release<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u3010Company Overview\u3011<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Company Name: AI Avatar Inc.<\/p>\n<p>Representative: \u52a0\u85e4\u4e00\u90ce<\/p>\n<p>URL: https:\/\/jp.aiavatar.fun\/<\/p>\n<p>Location: 20th Floor, Pacific Century Marunouchi, 1-11-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JAPAN<\/p>\n<p>Business Description: Development, operation, and sales of AI-powered consumer products<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u3010Official SNS\u3011<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/aiavatarjapan<\/p>\n<p>Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/aiavatar_japan\/<\/p>\n<p>X: https:\/\/x.com\/aiavatar_japan<\/p>\n<p>YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCTrSAg9bcBaCO6SVoRVPa5Q<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Approximately 80% Report Difficulty Shifting Their Mindset \uff5eExpectations Grow for Supportive Presence, Trend Emerges Seeking AI \u201cCompanionship\u201d\uff5e AI Avatar Inc. 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