Post 9

This is the final blog post for this project. In the past few days, I was able to distribute brochures to public libraries and other public places. I was also able to answer the questions for the end of this assignment, which was the final component of the 20 time project. Earlier today I stopped by my public library and saw that some of the brochures had been taken/ moved (I left 10, 6 remained when I came back). I don't know whether the library removed them or if they were actually used. I have not had a chance to stop by the other library or the coffee shop at which I also left brochures.

Post 8

This past week, I have not focused much on my 20-time project. We presented our capstone J. Yesterday, I received my brochures in the mail. I have heard back from libraries near my work and house, both say that I would be able to distribute them there. Right now, I am waiting to hear what the next component of the project is because there is nothing I can do at this point. My next step will be to finish my project once I hear about the last part. My goal will be to have the entire project completed, with the brochures distributed, before my AP psychology exam on May 2.

I think one of the things I wish I had done differently would be to continue reaching out to local therapists. Since I had not heard back from the first several I tried, I stopped trying to get a response. I wish that I had continued looking for other therapists because I think it would have enhanced my brochure.

Post 7

In the past week, we have had one 20-time work session during school. During both this time and on my own, I have realized how hard it is to create a decent looking brochure that I can distribute in public places. I had imagined there would be more of a template for creating a brochure I had in mind. Instead of using Microsoft Word to try and create my brochure, I found the ability to create things and print them at Staples. This was what I spent the entirety of class working on. I have successfully created and ordered 25 prints of my brochure that helps address mental health issues. I hope to receive my order in approximately 7 business days (according to the receipt estimate). Then my next goal will be to contact local libraries and places that might be willing to display my brochures so I am able to share the information easily. I think at this point, I am on schedule for working on my project. We have until the end of school to finish it and I am estimating that I will be done within that time frame or possibly a bit earlier.

Post 6

In the past week, I honestly haven’t done much work on my 20-time project since I’ve been finishing my capstone. I still have not heard back from any of the therapists I reached out to; at this point, I’m planning on continuing my project without them. I think I am on track for this project being done in time. I made a lot of progress over Spring Break so that really pushed me towards being closer to having a final product. I need to continue to work on the layout of my brochure and do a test printing- I think that will be my next step. In the next week, I’d like to continue to work on my brochure and possibly do a test print to see how it will look folded so I can check the layout. In addition to this, I’d like to continue researching ways to reduce stigma and hopefully add more information anywhere I can. 

Post 5

Over spring break I created a rough draft of the flyer that I plan to create and distribute. I also continued doing research on mental health stigma. In the coming week, I plan to continue to revise my brochure. If I could change anything, I would have the therapists I emailed to reply. I think that their input would be valuable.