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Local yoga studio offers free classes to promote mental, physical wellness during cold months

February 02, 2024 12:00 AM
Brittany Andrews is one of many Provo residents trying to stay active through the winter months.
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BYU Sexual Assault Awareness Week fosters empowerment, healing

February 01, 2024 12:00 AM
During BYU’s Sexual Assault Awareness Week, events such as survivor testimonies, expert-led workshops and community dialogues created an atmosphere of education, support and belonging.
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BYU Office of Belonging takes action to prevent suicide

January 31, 2024 12:00 AM
BYU Counseling and Psychological Services and the BYU Office of Belonging partnered to hold a suicide prevention training on Jan. 22 to certify students in QPR.
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Safe2Feel conference inspires young adults to connect with their emotions

January 25, 2024 12:00 AM
The Safe2Feel conference, held on Jan. 20, empowered young adults to embrace emotional intelligence through the insights of various speakers.
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BYU Wellness Wise offers resources for holistic well-being

January 23, 2024 12:00 AM
The BYU Wellness Wise committee strives to bring a holistic approach to student and faculty wellness.
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A look into Utah children's lack of access to mental health care

January 12, 2024 12:00 AM
TheCenters for Disease Controlreports that 10-20% of Utah children experience a mental health disorder every year.
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Utah non-profit builds hope through horses

December 15, 2023 12:00 AM
According to the CDC,57% of teen girls feel persistently sad or hopeless. One local organization is working to change that.
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Zoning for better mental health

December 05, 2023 12:00 AM
Zoning laws not only impact economies and environments but also boost mental health.
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Tackling mental health with therapy, support animals, deconstructed sandwiches

November 30, 2023 12:00 AM
With more than 60% of college students meeting the criteria for at least one mental health issue during 2020-2021, being able to access mental health resources is crucial, according to a2022 study.
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Students tackle mental health during 'midterm season'

November 17, 2023 12:00 AM
As BYU gets close to the end of “midterm season,” students may experience problems with motivation and mental health.
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CAPS Quicker Care workshops provide free mental health education to students

November 13, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU Counseling and Psychological Services offers free Quicker Care workshops to students who seek education and tips on varying mental health topics and who may be on CAPS waitlists.
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What does Gen Z really think about social media?

November 13, 2023 12:00 AM
Double taps and retweets, snaps and screenshots: Gen Z has grown up with the language of social media. Some of them have mixed feelings about it.
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Clocks fall back Nov. 5, experts call for abolition of daylight saving time

November 03, 2023 12:00 AM
Daylight saving time is ending soon. The clocks will fall back by an hour on Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2 a.m.
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Resources for students with ADHD in light of National ADHD Awareness Month

October 16, 2023 12:00 AM
October is National ADHD Awareness Month. Students with ADHD who may struggle with the demands of university life as well as ADHD symptoms are not alone and have many resources available to help.
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BYU student takes the stage with The Band CAMINO

October 11, 2023 12:00 AM
Thousands gathered to see The Band CAMINO play at the UCCU Center on Sept. 30. One moment made this concert especially unique — when band members brought someone out from the audience to play drums for them.
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University Accessibility Center offers accommodations for students who face challenges

September 26, 2023 12:00 AM
The University Accessibility Center, located in the Wilkinson Student Center behind the Cougareat, offers a variety of services for students in need of additional support.
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New semesters bring new stressors, study shows

September 14, 2023 12:00 AM
For many students at BYU, the start of school does not just mark the return of late-night cramming sessions — it also calls back increased feelings of anxiety.
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Education Week: Finding authentic happiness through positive psychology and the Gospel

August 22, 2023 12:00 AM
Lyle J. Burrup, a mental health specialist retired from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Family Services, taught about how to find authentic happiness through the Gospel of Jesus Christ and psychology during BYU Education Week on Monday, Aug. 21.
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