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Crony
Our project Crony delved into mental health challenges within the framework of Design 4 - Design Thinking.
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Insight phase
Understanding how chronic illness impacts young adults' mental health is crucial for developing effective digital solutions. Focused on ages 16 to 25, our project aims to alleviate mental pain and stress through innovative technology. By recognizing the unique challenges of this demographic, we strive to offer tailored support and enhance overall well-being.
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What is currently hard for individuals diagnosed with a chronic illness?
Individuals diagnosed with chronic illnesses often grapple with profound mental distress, encountering difficulties in sustaining stable social connections and harboring concerns about their future. Frustration arises from a sense of being misunderstood by others, compounded by the necessity of adhering to stringent medication regimens, which imposes a rigid daily routine.
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What's the most high impact concern for our users?
Losing contact with close friends, grappling with the challenges of diagnosis and adaptation, and experiencing a loss of identity are common struggles for individuals with chronic illnesses. Moreover, they often feel misunderstood by friends and family, exacerbating their sense of isolation and frustration.
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Problems we identified to narrow down our solution:
Being compelled to withdraw from social relationships due to the unpredictable nature of the illness further isolates individuals, while the perpetual lack of understanding from family and friends exacerbates feelings of alienation and frustration.
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Prototype
Our solution entailed designing a specialized social network tailored to the unique needs of individuals with chronic illnesses, a response derived from the key challenges we identified firsthand.
Features
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Our core function centered around facilitating connections among individuals with similar chronic illnesses, offering a range of filtering options to tailor the experience to each user's interests and preferences.
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Story of the Week
"Story of the Week" to our app offers a positive editorial feature, countering concerns of negativity. It highlights the positives of chronic illness, fostering a more uplifting atmosphere. Users can submit their stories through a submission box, which our editorial team reviews and adjusts to maintain quality and prevent negativity.
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Community
The forum serves as a platform for users to ask questions, share experiences, and receive support from the community. Comments allow for further discussion and information sharing. Expert moderators ensure that content remains accurate, respectful, and safe, offering medical advice or referrals when needed.