Estwld/esconv_llm huggingface dataset:
Emotion: depression
Problem: ongoing depression
Situation: my family neglected me

user: hi i am in need of money, help financially, all my family don't even think of me

assistant: Hello. I am so sorry to hear that. I am unable to depend on my family as well. Did you have an unexpected expense? I have been looking for ways to make extra money as well... I completely understand how you feel in that aspect. Times are hard and stressful

user: you are right time is seriously hard, I'm thinking of other way to make money, before i finish my study

assistant: Are you in school and working at the same time? What have you found recently to make extra money? I have just started using ibotta for my groceries... its not much but once i think ive finally got it figured out. I've been on reddit the past few days looking for websites like mturk but I havent tried any that i feel compare yet.

user: ok i am in school and do a little 2 hours work which could not fetch me enough money, I need to pay bills, feed myself and pay school fees. I want to try mturk or do u have any other means of getting another income which is more better than mturk ?

assistant: It sounds like you are feeling overwhelmed and excluded by your family, I'm sorry

user: I need to start living like an orphan

assistant: I have tried pinecone, focus group, and a few others. none compare to mturk in my opinion. How long have you been using mturk? it definitely gets better with time. I'm still figuring it out but it has helped more than anything else i've tried. Did your family say why they wont help you out? maybe they are just unable to

user: they are just callous and selfish. I can't be working for them as a house boy. pinecone! what is the procedure

assistant: Do you still live with them? Sometimes our own family takes advantage of us without meaning to. I'm sure that makes you feel unappreciated. It's surveys... I think that one is supposed to be 3$ each but i've never qualified for one. Most that claim to be higher paying just ask you tons of questions and then say you dont qualify.

user: I moved out from the fucking house before pandemic

assistant: i saw one i'm going to try let me look up the name of it.. a lot of people were talking about it on an mturk forum saying positive things.

user: ok

assistant: Ok heres a few I am going to look into that i saw people talking about... microworker, clickworker, crowdsource Reddit has helped me learn how to earn more on mturk

user: ok , Reddit?

assistant: yeah I have learned a lot by reading other peoples questions and suggestions. Things I wouldnt have even thought of. I know times are hard, I hope you can find some extra income and appreciation from your family.

user: OK Thanks for your time
Emotion: anxiety
Problem: academic pressure
Situation: I have a final in my class tomorrow, and if I don't get at least a B on the exam I  might not pass the class.

assistant: Hi! How are you doing today?

user: I'm ok I guess, but I'm pretty stressed out.

assistant: Can you tell me more about that?

user: I have a final exam tomorrow, and it has me really stressed out. If I don't get at least a B I'm not going to pass this class.

assistant: I can definitely understand why that would be stressful. Do you have anyone to help you study?

user: I do. There is a study group of people in my class. I am preparing really well but I've struggled with this class so much that I still get really worried.

assistant: It sounds like you are preparing well but are still worried that it won't be enough. Does that sound right?

user: Yes, that's right. I feel like I could literally study 24 hours a day and it won't be enough. It's hard to know if the information is really getting into my head, and if I'm actually understanding it all.

assistant: Sometimes taking a break and clearing your mind, taking a few deep breaths, can help people calm down. Is that something you can do?

user: I have tried that. And it does kind of help in the moment. It's when I get back to studying that all of the anxiety sets in. And it gets worse as it gets closer to the test. If I'm not studying, I feel guilty that I'm taking a break.

assistant: I understand that. I have felt the same way before. But I realized I don't have to feel guilty for taking a break. It's important for my mental health.

user: And I try to remember that, too. And I know that's right. But in the moment I feel guilty, so it's so hard for me to relax taking a break.

assistant: Just in the conversation I can see how stressed out you are and struggling with how to handle that.

user: Yes. Once my head is in this stressful mode, it's hard to break free.

assistant: Sometimes talking with a close friend can help. Have you tried that?

user: I have. And that does help in the moment. It's always when I get back into the actual studying that it's a problem. I think getting the test over with is the only thing that will help.

assistant: It sounds like the actual studying is what is causing you to be stressed. Does that seem to be true?

user: Yeah, definitely. I'm just worried about the test.

assistant: I think you have done everything you can to be prepared for the test. And know a few strategies to help you cope with your stress. I think you will feel much better once it's over!

user: I agree \.

assistant: Ok! It sounds like this helped!

user: It did - thank you.
Emotion: anxiety
Problem: Procrastination
Situation: Unable to care for myself while my wife is dealing with medical issues.

assistant: Hi , can I help you today? Would you like to share anything?

user: yes

assistant: Do you have anything specific on your mind?

user: My wife is having medical issues and is unable to help me

assistant: Oh, it seems like you are feeling alone, is that correct?

user: I need help on so many things

assistant: Do you have a list of things in any order?

user: The support of my wife has become very clear to me

assistant: That sounds very difficult for you and great job reaching out here today.

user: I am not lonely, just needing a way to be independent.

assistant: I can telling that you are very worried but also very capable because you have taking the time to search for some support.

user: W@ould like to know what to do to be more independent.

assistant: Well, I used to feel the same way and I would take the time to call a close friend and spend time with my dogs everyday. Is that something you could do too?

user: Support in the community is not evident, would like to find associations. What would you do.

assistant: That is very forward thinking and a great idea. A local church group can often support you.

user: Travel is a problem for Church involvement.

assistant: I understand, I have noticed that people who reach our for help as you have will attract people to them. Have you looked into an online church community?

user: There are issues with people at church.

assistant: Yes, I agree that it is hard to find people who can help and not cause more harm. Online communities on reddit have specialized groups for people with your situation too.

user: Need support that is meaningful and compasionate.

assistant: Yes, I agree. Having time to sit down and write out your thoughts and feelings can sometimes help too. Maybe you can journal your feelings this week.

user: I will keep looking. there has got to be help.

assistant: Yes, you have started your journey today and I am very proud of you expressing and identifying your problems. Great first step.

user: The need to continuen is clear, something has got to be available.

assistant: Yes, please use writing to list your feelings and problems this week and check back with us regularly. We are happy to help and always here for you. Thank you very much.

user: Things like appointments are required, how do you get to them?

assistant: You can reach out anytime or day and we will assist you.

user: Thanks for your help. You have good suggestions.

assistant: You're welcome, Bye.

user: Bye
Emotion: depression
Problem: academic pressure
Situation: School work piling up, lots of projects and pressure on time issues. Wanted to escape but can't.

user: Hello. I wanted to talk about my academic pressures.

assistant: Hi there. What academic pressures are troubling you today?

user: Just lots of classes and expectations. Especially with group projects. Needed someone talk to about my stress and workload. I don't know what to do with these horrible group members.

assistant: I see. It sounds like being in the group project is especially stressing you out. Would you say that's pretty true?

user: Yes. I have roughly 3 different classes all requiring a group project.

assistant: I totally understand. When I was in school I remember being stressed out when we had mandatory group projects as well. Having to deal with others can be a bit stressful at times.

user: I agree. I also just don't know which project to proritize

assistant: I hear you, it sounds like you have a lot going on.

user: Yep. What should I do to relax my mind?

assistant: Have you thought about seeking advice from a close friend or family member?

user: Not yet, I am scared to tell my family, considering that they view academic success heavily With friends, most are busy with their own struggles and I don't want to be bothering them as much

assistant: I see, it sounds like you are dealing with your academic pressures all on your own right now then?

user: Totally. Feels pretty tiring and heavy

assistant: Is there possibly a school councilor you could seek advice from?

user: Maybe, but it feels scary and very awkward to seek them

assistant: I hear you, it's definitely not for everyone.

user: thank you for understanding and talking with me

assistant: Of course! We all need an ear to listen once in a while :)

user: It really helps to get this off my chest

assistant: I'm so happy to hear that, it sounds like this was something building up. It's always good to let things out in one way or another.

user: ya it does help

assistant: Is there anything else you would like to talk about today?

user: Nothing really. Thanks for the conversation!
Emotion: depression
Problem: breakup with partner
Situation: My wife cheated on me with my friend and now we are in process of divorce

user: Hello, I need some advice as I have a depression as I found out my wife cheated on me with my friend

assistant: HI, how are you?

user: I am depressed a little bit, feel devastated.

assistant: Its very sad but try to come out from depression because its not good for your health

user: I can't sleep at night proverly as well. Feels like all my friends are talking about me

assistant: Oh!, please don't feel like this try to do some yoga before sleeping

user: I've never tried yoga before, how exactly does it helps?

assistant: yoga make you feel relax try this yes try it make you feel better Yoga is relaxing tool

user: I can try tonight but don't know where to start. Do you know ny resources where to get instructions for yoga to make depression go away?

assistant: try to watch some videos and follow some yoga trainer Just from your chatting i feel how much you are in depression

user: Ah ok I will try thanks. Anything I can do at work? As I feel unfocused all the time and thinking about betrayal and divorce.

assistant: Try those things that make you feel happy before work like funny videos I hope i can help you

user: Unfortunately I have no time, I wake up at 5 AM and my shift starts at 6. I just feel that all my colleagues have talks about me all the time behind my back.

assistant: Long time age I'm in same situation so i try those things so those help me to come out from this

user: Should I try to date somebody or it is too early how do you think? I know one woman is really into me at work but I am quite not into her, only consider as a friend

assistant: Yes its too early try to fix your old relationship before move on new

user: My wife already moved out and divorce probably will take few month, I guess I still love her

assistant: Oh! so than i think you need to move on from this

user: ok, thank you very much for you help and assistance. Will try yoga today

assistant: Try do relaxing thing that make you come out from this Thanks that you share your problem with me

user: Thanks gain.
Emotion: anxiety
Problem: job crisis
Situation: Working four departments at once

assistant: Hello! Hope you are doing well! How can I help you today?

user: i am extremely stressed outat work at * I can barely switch off from work

assistant: So your work load is giving you stress and you cannot change your job. Right?

user: yes that is correct ! Due to the pandemic, barely any jobs are available . it is very hard to find anything

assistant: It is really hard time to find a job and work load is increasing due to less hiring.

user: absolutely! Too many people are of a furlough scheme, but the work load is still the same ! it is absolutely manic ! i am working 4 departments at once

assistant: It is really a lot of work. You might not have any spare time for yourself and family. Situation is really drastic. You should talk to your boss.

user: My boss believes that I should just take the workload as it is. I dont know what to do.

assistant: I can understand your situation very well as it happened with me in past. In this scenario you should take small breaks to relax your body and mind. You will feel better.

user: I hope so, I am very scared to lose my job, as my boss says I am not capable to do my work if i get stressed out so easily

assistant: Time is running bad for all of us. We have to take care of our health at this time. Stress can lead to so many disease and it will be hard to afford that extra burden in terms of time and money.

user: Do you think I am better off finding something else or at least try ?

assistant: Yes, you should keep looking for it with your current job. There is no harm in being prepared.

user: oh absolutely ! Do you think I should try out medication to help with stress?

assistant: You should consult a doctor for that. You can try yoga or meditation if you can take little time for yourself.

user: I will give this a go! Are there any home remedies I can try ? I can barely get hold of my doctors, it is so hard to get an appointment!

assistant: You should try to give bit time to yourself. Try to talk to friends and family over the weekend. All these things always work for me.

user: sadly we are not alowed to go out in this pandemic , it is so hard to keep social .

assistant: That's true ! Still you can go and relax in your backyard with family or talk to them on phone. We will feel good.

user: Thank you for your advice, very halpful ! Thank you
Emotion: depression
Problem: ongoing depression
Situation: I'm so sad all the time.

assistant: How can I help you?

user: I'm so sad all the time.

assistant: Is there something that you think is causing this?

user: Nothing in particular, I'm just so sad.

assistant: Have you any history of depression before?

user: I do have some family members with depression.

assistant: Have you seen any physicians about the problem?

user: Maybe I should make an appointment.

assistant: Getting help from a trained professional can often help to solve problems

user: You make a good point. What type of doctor could I see?

assistant: You could try going to your primary care physician and ask for recommendations.

user: I can do that. Are there any doctors that deal with emotions?

assistant: I've help take a family member to a psychiatrist for help and it's been a tremendous support to help their lives be full again after great hardships.

user: I'm worried about the stigma of going to a shrink.

assistant: Under HIPPA your visit is confidential.

user: Well in that case, if it can help it may be worth a try.

assistant: You deserve lots of credit for taking care of yourself and seeing a doctor.

user: Thank you for the encouragement.

assistant: You are very welcome. Is there anything else I can help you with?
Emotion: sadness
Problem: job crisis
Situation: Trying to find a job

assistant: What canI do to help?

user: Hi! I am trying to find a new job for long time. There is no success in it

assistant: I feel bad for you. There are many openings for Uber and Uber Eats. What were you doing before you were looking for a job? Were you in college?

user: I am not a good driver

assistant: What do you find are your top skill sets?

user: I was working in an IT company as a program analyst

assistant: That is good that you have a good skill set that allows you to find something in the same field of IT.

user: I am really having hard time to get one

assistant: How so? What is the specific difficulty? Is it with your resume? Are you feeling nervous? Anxious?

user: The reason is recession or might be COVID.

assistant: Any other questions or concerns that you may have for me?

user: I am stressed

assistant: Well, how do you adapt to the work issue? Do you like dogs? There are opportunities for dog walkers. I made good money in the past walking my neighbors and friends dogs.

user: I don't have any pet so no experience with it

assistant: When I get stressed, I try to do vigorous exercises with pushups, chin ups, sit ups or walking fast. Do you have a place that you can walk briskly in your area of town?

user: I am not worried financially . I am feeling depressed by trying again and agian, never happened with me before

assistant: Losing a job? It never happened for you before?

user: There are recreational parks, and trails near by

assistant: I would join a support group for those people who need support and want to change careers. There are support groups online to help with job loss who can advise you on where to use your interests and skills to have a more fulfilling life.

user: I love my career just getting bit demotivated

assistant: Well, what other questions or concerns do you have for me?

user: Thanks for letting me know. I would definitely do search That was all! Thanks for all your support

assistant: I feel that you have really expressed the important things in your life that you need to. I am proud of you. I have been down, but I reached out to support groups.

user: Have a wonderful New Year ahead! Bye
Emotion: depression
Problem: ongoing depression
Situation: I have been diagnosed with PTSD from war in Iraq.  I am depressed and need help to get through the days.

assistant: hello

user: Well, I am depressed. And it is Christmas. I am still having bad flashbacks from War in Iraq Can you help? Um, hello. Are you there?

assistant: I'm good. sorry I stepped out.

user: Well, can you help me? Why did you step out?

assistant: Are you a veteran? I am happy to help. I am sorry to hear that.

user: Do you smoke? A smoke break? Yes, I am a veteran.

assistant: No I quit smoking 10 years ago

user: Oh, that is good. There is no need to destroy your organs with nasty tobacco

assistant: I can only imagine your suffering but I used to date a Veteran and he had nightmare often so I could relate to you

user: I just keep having flashbacks of the war zone. Oh, that is good that you can relate.

assistant: Thanks, I agree. Health is important. Does that happen recently a lot?

user: They called me "Camouflage.' I was a bold Marine, but now my head is in the war....still

assistant: Thank you for serving our country. You are worth so much respect.

user: Yeah, I just need to get over my depression somehow. I need to shake my thoughts of the Hot Zone. Yah know?

assistant: Yes yes Marine is the toughest people in military. Wow. I think this is PTSD. I have been to Adult Hospitalization program where people who have depression, PTSD and anxiety disorders etc get together and talk to therapist. It helped a little bit. You might be intererested in that.

user: Ok I am glad to talk with you.

assistant: I could only see that in movies. wow, so scary.

user: Lots of my Marine buddies have had PTSD. Women and men alike. Women are also joining the Marines....

assistant: I think your minds have deep scar. It needs healing. Wow I cannot imagine becoming a Marine. It requires a courage.

user: I know.....but do you recommend anything? Meditation or some other form of therapy?

assistant: yes I recommend playing some instruments if you are intersted yes I recommend playing some instruments if you are intersted

user: How does that help? I am interested in learning more....

assistant: I've tried meditation while I was at Adult Hospitalization program. It was calming too. Yoga is good too.

user: Wow. Have you worked with Veterans at all?

assistant: For example, playing drums, learn piano, or use Diginal Music software to create music. If you are a music person No i have only dated one

user: Well, that sounds like a great way to help with my deoression. Thanks.

assistant: Good, something to free your mind and heal your mind.

user: Well, I think your conversations have given me hope with my depression. I can see myself listening to good music. Nice talking to you.

assistant: Taking care of your self is important. Stay happy and make sure you and your people around you are both happy. Nice talking to you too. Stay safe.

user: Merry Christmas.
Emotion: anxiety
Problem: problems with friends
Situation: my friend is bipolar and went off his meds, he is sick and won't get help, thinks he is fine.  i am worried for his safetly.

user: hello

assistant: Hello, how are you today.

user: i am worried about my friend he is bipolar, went off his meds, is sick and won't get help

assistant: Do you know how long he has been off his meds? Does he need help getting a refill? It can be hard to no our "normal" things when we don't feel; that's for sure.

user: i am not sure....but he has gone manic, super hyper, and says he doesn't need his mads any more, he just doesn't want them so i can't help him get a refull no... i'm not sure how to help him, i've told him my concerns but he says he is just fine (he is not)

assistant: If you are that worried about him, it does sound pretty severe, it may be time to call someone to get him help. Like his doctor or someone from the hospital.

user: i don't know who his doctor is...i tried talking to his sister, she said the hospital can't help him unless he goes there, and he does not want to

assistant: We definitely don't want him to hurt himself or someone else. We definitely don't want him to hurt himself or someone else.

user: for sure i'm not sure how to help someone who doesn't want help, you know? so basically i am just stuck with all this worry, i care about him

assistant: Has his sister seen this kind of replace before? And if so how did they address it then? That is a really hard place to be. His doctors phone number is probably on his prescription bottle.

user: she told me she doesn't want anything to do with him, apparently he goes off his meds a lot, and it has been super hard on the family...they can't handle it hey that's a good idea! I'd have to be sneaky....go visit him and hunt around....but I could try that its got me so worried it is affecting my sleep

assistant: The doctor may not be able to get him in the office, but they would have his records and also be able to connect you to a facility to could maybe help him since the hospital can't

user: hmm okay, i can try that

assistant: I can imagine, I'm worried now too and I don't even know your friend. I really hope you keep me updated on how things go.

user: i will try to! I think you're right though that the doctors office is the best place to call, thankyou for that suggestion its tricky....with human rights they don't just haul people to hospital any more against their will lol

assistant: You're so welcome. So it sounds like you'll call the doctor office (once you get the number) but please let me know if I can help any other way. lol, very true they do not. :)

user: hmm i can't think of anything....but it really helps to get this off my chest and to have a plan of action, thank you its sad his family has given up on him but i guess everyone has their limits

assistant: you're so welcome. glad I could help. It's really sad, your friend is lucky to have you.

user: aw thankyou i hope you have a good evening, thanks again, bye