From classrooms to careers, Black women describe lasting effects of racialized bias
Study led by William A. Smith examines how anti-Black misogyny contributes to “racial battle fatigue” across the life course.
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University Counseling Center partners with Mantra Health to expand virtual mental health support
For the first time, students residing outside Utah can access virtual therapy at no cost through the university.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Paula Smith
Categories: Belonging, Campus Life, Community, Counseling, Faculty/Staff, Humans of the U, Inspire Initiatives, Research, Student Affairs, Student Belonging, Student Belonging, Students
“I want to help prevent youth from doing things like misusing substances, doing things that can potentially endanger their lives, but also prevent them from dying by suicide.”
Read MoreGetting outside: A prescription for better mental health in just 10 minutes
Categories: Campus Life, Faculty/Staff, Feature (Utah.edu), Health & Medicine, Latest Stories, Students
Research shows that with as little as 10 minutes outside, we begin to feel better, improving symptoms such as anxiety, depression, cognitive function, stress and other issues.
Read MorePreventative mental health care: Winter edition
Have you made a plan for your mental health during the coldest and darkest season?
Read MoreHumans of the U: Matilyn Mortensen
“I’m a pretty anxious person and I find [knitting] very calming. …Knitting helps keep my mind in the room I’m in.”
Read MoreParticipation needed for new Suicide Prevention Task Force
University of Utah leadership is launching a new Suicide Prevention Task Force— bringing together faculty and staff expertise from across campus.
Read MoreU building AI ecosystem with tech powerhouses
Categories: Artificial Intelligence
Proposed $50 million 5-year deal with HPE would enlarge the U’s computing power 3.5-fold using NVIDIA chips, driving new discoveries and innovation in cancer care and beyond.
Read MoreLower BMI doesn’t improve mental health after weight-loss surgery. Here’s what does
Reduction in weight stigma shows greater association with positive behaviors and outcomes, according to U study.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Donzelle Taylor
Categories: Faculty/Staff, Health & Medicine, Humans of the U, Inspire Initiatives, Research, Science & Technology, Students
Having honest conversations, even when I was young, made me understand how childhood adversities affect your adult life.
Read MoreRaise your voice, elevate campus health
When you participate in the National College Health Assessment, you contribute to a comprehensive understanding of student health.
Read MoreEthics, AI and neuroscience converge at mental health and behavioral science research day
Mental health issues are one of the most common causes of disability, affecting more than a billion people worldwide.
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