Mental health
Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships
Hey Waves, In recent years, discussions regarding “the loneliness epidemic” seem to be pervasive. A combination of social media’s rise, a global pandemic and hyper-individualism has cultivated tension in even the simplest of communications. Established friendships are affected by rising anxieties about images and impressions. Long-term relationships are developed on a … [Read more...] about Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships
Opinion: Cringe is the Enemy of Great
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Conversations about cringe as a phenomenon in modern lingo are frequent, to the point of perhaps being redundant. However, there are many angles from which cringe can be approached, and it does encompass several emotions and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Cringe is the Enemy of Great
Psychiatrist Discusses Current Mental Health Crisis
Dr. Thomas Insel visited Pepperdine on Oct. 30 to speak about the current mental health crisis. He also gave the audience potential solutions to help solve the crisis. Pepperdine hosted Dr. Thomas Insel for the David Baird Lecture Series on Oct. 30 in Elkins Auditorium. Dr. Insel spoke to the Pepperdine community about the current mental health crisis, why there is a crisis … [Read more...] about Psychiatrist Discusses Current Mental Health Crisis
Pepperdine Introduces New Opioid Awareness and Mental Health Resources
The Student Health Center continues its commitment to ensuring physical and mental health resources through its continued partnership with TimelyCare for this academic year and the introduction of Narcan. TimelyCare is a nationwide organization promoting a plethora of 24/7 virtual care for universities around the United States. The 2024-25 academic year will mark the second … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Introduces New Opioid Awareness and Mental Health Resources
