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Opinion: Drop the Phone, Touch Grass Instead

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.As a teenager, I used to always roll my eyes and laugh at older generations who scorned the modern technology that fit into everyone’s pockets.“It’s those damn phones!” was the popular phrase satirized on … [Read more...] about Opinion: Drop the Phone, Touch Grass Instead

Opinion: Limits Let Us Play

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. When I took Religion 101, I thought I would do very well on the final exam, but I did not. This mismatch of expectations shook my framework of confidence in my knowledge of religion and obliterated my effort in studying … [Read more...] about Opinion: Limits Let Us Play

The Intersection of Psychology and the LGBTQ+ Perspective

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Art by Elizabeth BrummerThe rainbow flag of the LGBTQ+ community celebrates themes of diversity, inclusivity and unity, encouraging kindness and acceptance. Yet for many queer individuals, their coming out experiences are anything but liberating.With statistics showing LGBTQ+ youths being at an even greater risk for mental health struggles and queer youth suicide rates five … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Psychology and the LGBTQ+ Perspective

Trauma Taxes Everyone

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Art by Madeline DuvallTraumatic events happen every day, and there is no doubt that experiencing trauma has an impact on one's mental and physical health. But what happens to those who are not directly or firsthand affected by traumatic events? Are the emotional responses of those people negated or wrong? When trauma changes the course of a person's life, it can be hard to … [Read more...] about Trauma Taxes Everyone

Students Shouldn’t Idolize Celebrities

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Art by Ally ArmstrongCelebrity addiction could be a symptom of self-esteem issues. It could potentially cause confusion as to whether being content with one’s outward appearance is merely related to having high self-esteem. This is detrimental because it could potentially produce a likelihood that some young people will fall into a false reality of what they consider true … [Read more...] about Students Shouldn’t Idolize Celebrities