Dr. Elleni Koulos is joined by therapists Claire Perrault, Ferdinand Aliga and Bryanna Gutierrez in a discussion of the importance of therapy and counseling on Monday.
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Stigma Free ULV campaign tackles mental health taboos
Student organizations and offices from the University of La Verne are collaborating on Stigma Free ULV, a campaign aimed at reducing the stigma associated with asking for help with common mental health conditions.
Mental wellness among college students is declining
As college students, we tend to focus on completing the next assignment while ignoring our mental health. While academia seems like that is all there is in college, not focusing on mental health can be detrimental to your success.
Anxiety, depression increase amid pandemic, turbulent politics
As students struggle with COVID-19, a critical election year and uncertainty for their future, mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety among this age group are, not surprisingly, on the rise.
University is offering online support, social activities for community
The La Verne community may be practicing social distancing, but that does not mean socializing has been put on hold. Students still have the opportunity to interact with each other and further their studies through La Verne’s virtual events.
Trauma leads to suicide in military
A recent report finds that suicide among active duty military has increased during the past five years.
Prioritizing mental health for all
The University has been working diligently on expanding mental health resources for students, faculty and staff on campus in several different ways.
Know the signs of domestic abuse
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and it’s important that the community knows the facts as well as how to reach out for help.
Freshmen face mental health issues
With freshmen year comes a copious number of new stressors that have the possibility to lead to mental health issues. The American Psychological Association found that one in three first year college students struggle with mental health issues.
Prioritizing mental health
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, or NIMH, one in five American adults live with a mental illness.