New research out of the UK dives into the mental health landscape of autistic and non-autistic undergraduates, finding that while both groups share critical struggles, the depth of the challenge remains greater... Read more »
Imagine a mandatory class on mental health. The goal is to help every student learn to cope. But what if, for some students, that lesson makes things worse? This uncomfortable possibility is... Read more »
Friday, October 10th marked World Mental Health Day, a global effort to shine a spotlight on emotional well-being. This focus should continue, not just on one earmarked day, but every day. I... Read more »
Have you ever worried about a loved one’s mental health? You are not alone if you’ve ever had the thoughts, “I think they need therapy” or “ I wish they would go... Read more »
Inside the hidden world of school mental health services – and what young people’s stories reveal about depression, anxiety, and the gap between parent and child perspectives. Key Points Most young people... Read more »
When I was seven months pregnant, someone handed me a copy of Twelve Hours by Twelve Weeks, a bestselling baby sleep manual. I devoured it like scripture. Everyone had warned me that... Read more »
Parents and loved ones can play an essential role in helping their students succeed in college. And we don’t mean supporting the epic battle to help them get into the “right” school.... Read more »
Emotional well-being, school climate, and identity-affirming environments are keys to how students perform and thrive. Research shows that youth from marginalized backgrounds face increased stress in school environments. For example, Black and... Read more »
Music has an important role to play in keeping us healthy. Passively listening to music to modulate one’s mood is the most common way people interact with music. However, active engagement with... Read more »
Whether it’s a quiet walk through a city park or sitting under a tree between university lectures, many young adults instinctively turn to nature to cope with the challenges of modern life.... Read more »