All Posts in #Mental Health
Dealing With Difficult Mental Health Conditions At Work
Research led by Bryce Hruska, assistant professor in Falk College, was covered in the EMS World article “Job Stress and What to Do About It.” Hruska discusses how it can be difficult for EMS workers dealing with traumatic disorders to deal…
The Costs and Consequences of War
Mike Haynie, Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation and IVMF founder and executive director, wrote this commentary for The Hill: “Mental health and the cost of our wars.” Haynie discusses the mental health implications of war on veterans saying,…
To Tackle Veteran PTSD, Get to People Before They Join the Military
June 27 is annually recognized as PTSD Awareness Day, a yearly event to help raise awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder. It also serves as a reminder that treatments, resources and help are available for those experiencing it and for caregivers….
“One year into Covid: A comprehensive guide to vaccinations, mask-wearing, self-care, productivity and more”
Kevin Antshel, professor of psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the CNBC story “One year into Covid: A comprehensive guide to vaccinations, mask-wearing, self-care, productivity and more.” Antshel, who serves as the director of clinical…
“Material hardship taking a mental and physical toll on young adults during pandemic.”
Research led by Colleen Heflin, professor of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School, was covered in the Medical Xpress article “Material hardship taking a mental and physical toll on young adults during pandemic.” Heflin, specializes in poverty…
“Pain and Isolation Are Driving America’s Lockdown Overdose Surge.”
Shannon Monnat, associate professor of sociology and Lerner Chair for Public Health Promotion in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by VICE for the article “Pain and Isolation Are Driving America’s Lockdown Overdose Surge.” Monnat, who has worked on a variety…
“Epidemic of Despair Could Haunt America Long After COVID.”
Research by Shannon Monnat, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School and Lerner Chair for Public Health Promotion, was featured in the Institute for New Economic Thinking story “Epidemic of Despair Could Haunt America Long After COVID.” Monnat has…
“The attack on the Capitol was a traumatic event for many. How will they cope?”
Afton Kapuscinski, assistant teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of the Psychological Services Center, was interviewed for The Hill piece “The attack on the Capitol was a traumatic event for many. How will they cope?” …
Ph.D. Student in Clinical Psychology Works with Non-Profit to Fill Unmet Need in Asian Community
Jin Zhao is a fourth year Ph.D. student working toward his career goal of becoming a practicing psychologist. His qualifying exam project is researching Asian college students and how their experiences of microaggression are related to their attitudes about going…
Carebridge Faculty and Staff Assistance Program Offers Support, Stress Relief Opportunities This Holiday Season
Carebridge offers free, confidential assistance with a wide range of support and services to employees and their families 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Their team can be reached at 800.437.0911 (TTY: 711). If you are struggling with…