Reading Time: 3 minutes On March 14, 2023, the Collegiate Substance Use Disorder Conference convened at UVU. The purpose of the meeting was “to address the challenges surrounding Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health.”
Reading Time: 3 minutes Maggie Adamson, a UVU nursing student and NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) presenter, shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and choosing faith in humanity.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Mindfulness is more than just allowing our thoughts to flow freely. It is about being conscious of our thoughts, accepting that they’re okay, and befriending ourselves in the process.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Horrific things came out of the pandemic. Yet what can we learn, and how can we grow from it?
Reading Time: 2 minutes Have you ever thought about how the neurochemistry of your brain relates to your emotions? Serotonin, a brain chemical normally associated with happiness, joy and laughter is a perfect example of such neurochemistry.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Have you ever struggled to come back to school after a vacation or break? It turns out that many people feel the same way, and the condition has a name.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Lexi Soto and the UVU Student Association are moving forward with plans to renovate the UVU Student app with mental health in mind. Although the app is still in its infancy, keep your eyes open! Big changes are coming soon.
Reading Time: < 1 minute I was pleasantly surprised by the free activities and giveaway items that were available for students. If you find yourself between classes on Wednesday and have time to spare, try visiting a Wellness Wednesday booth!
Reading Time: < 1 minute Welcome back to Wellness for Wolverines! This week, Jefferson and Josh sit down with Lexi Soto to discuss the mental health resources available on campus. In her time as student body president, Lexi has been able to help increase funding for student mental health services, allowing them to offer more resources to students. Tune in […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes “When it comes to your mental health, self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy. Even small acts of self-care in your daily life can have a big impact.”