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Evelyn So

@evelynso

UX and Strategy Consultant

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ca.linkedin.com/in/evelynso
Joined February 2008
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I have not been on this platform for a decade. As an early adopter, I joined then-Twitter in Feb 2008. With about 7000 posts made all around those early years. Time to re-engage. First, let me make sure it is worth my time :)
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Learn how Carleton Psychology Prof. Maria Rogers is bringing together two important areas of study—#MentalHealth and #education—to nurture success at school and beyond. bit.ly/38A9zmE #ChallengeWhatsPossible
Maria Rogers smiles outdoors while wearing a white turtleneck sweater and beige jacket. She has dark brown hair.

ALT Maria Rogers smiles outdoors while wearing a white turtleneck sweater and beige jacket. She has dark brown hair.

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I have been invited to participate in mental health twitter chat a few times. Would love to invite those interested in my FB group on #TwicExceptional (Gifted plus something else). facebook.com/groups/20705859…
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My answer to I have ADHD; I've seen the photographs of people with a brain like mine, and I've seen the statistics that we have lower IQs. Is it fair to say that in some regard, I am inferior or predisposed to being so? quora.com/I-have-ADHD-Ive-se…

I have ADHD; I've seen the photographs of people with a brain like mine, and I've seen the statis...

Evelyn So's answer: 1. Not associated with IQ. 2. As a parent of two highly-to-profoundly Gifted ADHD children (98th and 99.9th percentile), your statistics re IQ is flawed. 3. As an adult with ADHD...

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My answer to What are the key ingredients which are important in establishing, nurturing and growing an online community? quora.com/What-are-the-key-i…

What are the key ingredients which are important in establishing, nurturing and growing an online...

Evelyn So's answer: Which platform? For what purpose? In general, I’d suggest that if you define the community well, have a well-planned schedule, with the right human resources, and (THE KEY IMO)...

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Back to Twitter for a bit. Just because :)
Design Thinking. Something I have done since 1990 (yet termed differently). But eager to learn, more. Started @MITSloan "Design Thinking" course on 15 March.
My answer to Is it common to 'outgrow' ADHD? quora.com/Is-it-common-to-ou…
Replying to @kidsmentalhlth
For tips, remember that parents needs to stay healthy (mentally & physically) when their kids are struggling. Sleeping, exercising, eating right...wish I practiced what I preached! #kidscantwait
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CMHO@kidsmentalhlth8 Sep 2017
A5 TIP: Take your child or youth’s concerns seriously while at the same time expressing confidence in his/her strengths #kidscantwait
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CMHO@kidsmentalhlth8 Sep 2017
Q4 If you are a teacher do you have any advice or has anyone received great advice from a teacher? #kidscantwait
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Many teachers, though eager and passionate, don't know enough to support. They have ASKED for training and info.#kidscantwait
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Kids w/ mental health issues WANT to be good in school. Biologically, they just cannot. Med emergency, IMO!! #kidscantwait
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For those in Ottawa! xitter.cf/ONTSpecialNeeds/status…
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Mark your calendars! We will be speaking on Tuesday Sept. 19 at 7pm in Ottawa about our roadmap. citizenadvocacy.org/walking-… @CitAdvocacyOtt
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Common Qs frm ADHD parents:is med XYZ good? PROBLEM:everyone reacts differently! NEED:Access to regular, affordable guidance #kidscanotwait
Reframing mental health just like physical health. Kids don't hesitate to ask for a bandaid for their scraped knee! U in? #kidscantwait
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Evelyn So@evelynso13 Apr 2017
Use Technology to support, connect, and complement! #kidscantwait xitter.cf/OpenMinds_blog/status/…
My Beautiful Mind (@OpenMinds_blog) profile pictureMy Beautiful Mind@OpenMinds_blog13 Apr 2017
Agreed! Such an amazing platform that must be used to its fullest potential! #KidsCantWait xitter.cf/thecoffeecop/status/85…
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RTing what I said in April! xitter.cf/evelynso/status/852325…
Evelyn So (@evelynso) profile pictureEvelyn So@evelynso13 Apr 2017
A6 - at the v least, publish a clear ROADMAP (who, where, when) to help families navigate the mental health service maze #kidscantwait
Ecosystem = Kid (centre), parents, school, medical professionals, therapist, and more. No overnight solution. #kidscantwait
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It is so important that everyone tells their MPP to make kids mental health a priority, cause #kidscantwait xitter.cf/NYCyouthcentre/status/…
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