The Student Athlete Mental Health Crisis
In the last few years, to the perspective of an outsider, it would seem as though tremendous progress has been made in the mental health arena, especially amongst college students. ...A Call For Help From Those We Call For Help
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This past March, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) released a new text revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR). Known as psychiatry’s Bible, the DSM hasn’t ...Social Media’s Intense Reactions to Love is Blind Season 2
Love is Blind’s second season premiered Netflix on February 11th, with episodes rolling out over the course of a few weeks. The season took social media by storm, with each ...Mitski Controversy Highlights the Problem of Celebrity Idolization
On Feb. 24, 2022, alternative and indie singer-songwriter, Mitski, posted a note on Twitter regarding phone usage at her concerts. In the tweet, she simply asked fans to refrain from ...Biden prioritizes mental health—but is it enough?
At his state of the union on March 1st, President Biden emphasized on one central theme: unity. He encouraged unity in defending against Russia, curbing inflation, and moving forward through ...Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness: Spotlighting “If You’re Reading This BC”
In August of 2021, Boston College launched its chapter of the mental health-focused organization, If You’re Reading This, in an effort to expand campus conversations about personal well-being. If You're ...How Climate Change Challenges the Psyche
Apocalypse certainly isn’t new to the human psyche. Threats of nuclear warfare, terrorism, and disease have plagued our collective mental health for years. However, one particular peril seems to be ...