Mental Health Awareness
Location
FA-255
Start Date
2-5-2025 12:50 PM
Department
Art + Design
Abstract
I believe mental health awareness is an incredibly important topic that affects people of all backgrounds. Mental health is something that is often overlooked or misunderstood, and through this project, I create meaningful designs that can educate, support, and inspire others. The project will result in mental health posters and one mental health booklet. Each of the posters focuses on a different key aspect of mental health, and are designed to raise awareness and spark conversations about topics that people may feel uncomfortable discussing. The goal of the posters is not only to provide important facts and information but also to connect with the audience on an emotional level through impactful visuals and thoughtful messaging. I want each poster to feel unique but still work as part of a cohesive series, using consistent design elements, typography, and color palettes that reflect the theme of mental wellness. In the booklet, I am currently adding a lot of detailed information about men’s mental health, women’s mental health, different types of mental disorders, and different types of mental health issues. There are sections specifically focusing on men and women as mental health challenges often present differently across genders, and there are unique stigmas and barriers to seeking help that I wanted to address. For example, men are often discouraged from expressing emotions, which can lead to untreated mental health struggles. On the other hand, women may face increased mental health risks due to societal pressures, hormonal changes, and other factors. I feel that highlighting these differences can help readers better understand the full scope of mental health. For the visual design of the booklet, I added monochrome images for the backgrounds on the front and back covers. I chose monochrome imagery because I wanted to create a clean, modern, and calming aesthetic that would not distract from the important information being presented. These images add depth and emotion to the booklet without overwhelming the reader. My goal is to create designs that are both informative and visually engaging, helping to break the stigma around mental health and encourage people to seek the support they need.
Faculty Sponsor
Lauren Meranda
Mental Health Awareness
FA-255
I believe mental health awareness is an incredibly important topic that affects people of all backgrounds. Mental health is something that is often overlooked or misunderstood, and through this project, I create meaningful designs that can educate, support, and inspire others. The project will result in mental health posters and one mental health booklet. Each of the posters focuses on a different key aspect of mental health, and are designed to raise awareness and spark conversations about topics that people may feel uncomfortable discussing. The goal of the posters is not only to provide important facts and information but also to connect with the audience on an emotional level through impactful visuals and thoughtful messaging. I want each poster to feel unique but still work as part of a cohesive series, using consistent design elements, typography, and color palettes that reflect the theme of mental wellness. In the booklet, I am currently adding a lot of detailed information about men’s mental health, women’s mental health, different types of mental disorders, and different types of mental health issues. There are sections specifically focusing on men and women as mental health challenges often present differently across genders, and there are unique stigmas and barriers to seeking help that I wanted to address. For example, men are often discouraged from expressing emotions, which can lead to untreated mental health struggles. On the other hand, women may face increased mental health risks due to societal pressures, hormonal changes, and other factors. I feel that highlighting these differences can help readers better understand the full scope of mental health. For the visual design of the booklet, I added monochrome images for the backgrounds on the front and back covers. I chose monochrome imagery because I wanted to create a clean, modern, and calming aesthetic that would not distract from the important information being presented. These images add depth and emotion to the booklet without overwhelming the reader. My goal is to create designs that are both informative and visually engaging, helping to break the stigma around mental health and encourage people to seek the support they need.