“A.A.D.”

Chelsea Rodriguez 👏 Computer Science Graduate at Queens College — Emoti-Con Judge

The design thinking behind this project was outstanding, the wireframes were highly impressive.The students clearly explained the functionality behind the app and each function had purpose.This app idea can make a major impact in the world and I highly recommend and encourage for this app to be created!

Alexa Curtis 👏 Executive Director, Experience Design at Verizon — Emoti-Con Judge

First, I want to celebrate this team for the process & iteration they went through in creating this great concept and presentation! Assigning different roles across the team is a great way to support individual interests and growth while sharing the workload to get something big done. And even with these roles, you're all coming together as a team to sketch, iterate, and bring diverse perspectives to the table.
Second, the concept is smart. While it reminds me of some app-based therapy apps in the market, what I love about this concept is how it goes beyond the logistics of talking to someone and setting appointments, and tries to take care of the person visiting the app by helping them feel welcomed, valued, appreciated, and seen. That can go a long way. Great copywriting!

Pablo Smith 👏 Creative Director at Godling Studio — Emoti-Con Judge

This concept definitely touches on a very pressing need in today's world! While a handful of apps exist to tackle this sort of thing (connecting a person in need with a therapist), it's cool to see something that has a very clean and easy sign up process, and a very simple function. When someone is feeling anxious, depressed, or any other sort of mental health issue, an app can also contribute additionally to their stress by being overwhelming. By making the app functionally easy to use, you are directly allowing for people to connect and get better. Removing the barriers between those who have a problem and those who have a solution (your app) is key in sensitive situations like this especially. Good work!

Darrin Amellio 👏 Creative Lead Experience Design at Publicis Sapient — Emoti-Con Judge

This team has done a wonderful job of presenting how the A.A.D. app provides a welcoming and safe-space for young adults to share what they're experiencing or going through, either through messaging or speaking to a live specialist. The video was a great approach to storytelling! The team has shown how the app can help solve real-world problems. Through a nicely presented case study, the team is successful in demonstrating their co-creation and collaboration process to bring the A.A.D. app concept together!

As as a learning moment for this team, my suggestion would be to try creating some additional wireframes - to help figure out what other screens might be needed for a person to interact and use this app or to find useful information. It might help bring the team one-step-closer to making A.A.D. a real-app! Great job everyone!