Coronavirus is a health issue that is being taken very seriously by public health authorities worldwide, as well as our campus’ administrators and faculty members.
As the current situation continues to unfold, there can be a wide range of thoughts,...
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According to recent studies, three out of four adults report that the pandemic has negatively affected their mental health.In recognizing a mental disorder, it is essential to assess the level of disruption in various areas of one’s life.Biological,...
Love them or hate them, emojis are here to stay — and while there are already over 3,500 of them, some see a need for many, many more ahead of World Emoji Day on July 17.
During this year’s Pride...
Studies show that adolescence is often when symptoms of mental health illnesses first appear. One-half of such illnesses begin by the age of 14, while three-quarters appear by age 24.
Derived from the Latin word adolescere, which means “to grow up,” adolescence marks...
Understanding the nature of trauma and recovery helps us move forward.
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The sudden, painful and traumatic nature of a disaster can leave victims feeling helpless, disoriented, and stunned.When presented with a sudden traumatic event, the regions of the brain...
From Hallmark cards to ballads of passion, the heart has intimately been connected to love, affection, and romance for much of our human existence. How cardiac function and emotion first became associated is a fair question and the answer...
Amid the political turmoil last month were two high-profile suicides that would have been altogether buried in the avalanche of politically partisan headlines but for the determination of the victims’ families to share the story of their tragedies.
On New...
Join an all-star panel of Albizu University psychology and mental health pros for a 1-hour webinar on the psychology of "powering through!"
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After high-profile Olympians Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles upended the world’s long-held notion of athletic grit...
How to manage frustration, anxiety, and uncertainty.
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Aside from the challenges of dealing with a life-altering situation, the ambiguity presented by hospitalizations can further exacerbate anxiety.Knowing the hospital structure and system can be quite helpful.Being there to support your...
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