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The University of Texas System to Launch Free, Virtual Mental Health Support Program for UT Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The University of Texas (UT) System is partnering with virtual health company TimelyCare to launch a free, virtual mental health support program for students at all 14 UT institutions. We are proud that this latest investment will make mental health resources more readily available and easier to access for UT students.”

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Is Self-Care Selfish? Self-Centeredness vs. Selflessness in Mental Health

Active Minds

Whether you’re a student looking for ways to work self-care into your busy schedule or someone who feels weighed down by the internet’s unrealistic expectations of what self-care should look like , remember this: self-care is an act of self-love. Self-Centeredness vs. Selflessness in Mental Health appeared first on Active Minds.

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New Year, Same Me: What 2023 Means for Mental Health

Active Minds

Many of us are anticipating the excitement of the months ahead, crafting a list of 2023 resolutions in our notes app – including an unprecedented amount of mental health-centered goals. You don’t have to commit to a morning routine, or workout schedule, or diet just because it’s a new year. That can feel like a lot!

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What’s On Your Plate? How Healthy Eating Can Fuel Your Mental Health

Timely MD

Our diets not only impact our physical well-being but also play a significant role in our mental health. Lastly, certain nutritional deficiencies can significantly impact mental health, although the exact causal relationships are still unclear. We function at our best when we’re feeding our bodies well.

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Vaulting Over Adversity: A Student-Athlete’s Journey to Mental Health Advocacy

Timely MD

Though I recovered physically from my injury and went on to be named “Rookie of the Year,” I was not prepared for the toll my traumatic injury took on my mental health. Sharing is caring While my injury story is personal, it certainly is not unique, particularly when it comes to the complex landscape of mental health among athletes.

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Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Care in College Sports

Timely MD

The mental health crisis in higher education was simmering long before the shutdown, isolation, and dramatic changes that occurred during the early days of COVID-19. However, the pandemic fanned the flame and flared up major mental health concerns for college athletes. 2x since 2020. 2x since 2020.

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5 Actions Community Colleges Can Take to Improve Student Mental Health

Timely MD

In this blog post, we draw insights from Tidewater Community College leaders to outline five practical actions community colleges can implement to improve students’ mental health and overall well-being that support institutional efforts to boost student success. What is a community college?