IN THE NEWS: Lethal Plans: When Seniors Turn To Suicide In Long-Term Care
New Research from Briana Mezuk
Families of people living in or transitioning to long-term care receive little advice about signs of suicide risk – or ways to prevent it.
Mental Health
IN THE NEWS: How To Recapture Peace and Quiet In a Noisy World
New Contribution from Rick Neitzel
It is estimated that 30 million Americans are exposed to dangerous noise levels on a regular basis—up 10 million from just a few years ago. Research has shown that being strongly annoyed by noise is associated with increased depression and anxiety, can spike blood pressure, heart rate, and cause stress.
IN THE NEWS: As Students Struggle With Stress and Depression, Colleges Act as Counselors
Daniel Eisenberg Quoted in the New York Times
It seems that now more than ever, students are not only grappling with a variety of issues related to social pressures, traumas, and a rapidly changing society, but also academic pressures, and navigating the online world. As a result, many students are looking towards institutions of higher learning to help them manage their mental health.
New Faculty Spotlight: Riana Anderson
We are excited to welcome Riana Anderson as a new assistant professor in Health Behavior and Health Education. We recently interviewed her to learn more about her work and what brought her to the School of Public Health.
IN THE NEWS: The United States of Stress
Arline Geronimous Featured on New Expert Wellness Advisory Board
Stress in the modern world is a constant. When stress doesn’t let up and is paired with the feeling that we have little to no control over the circumstances that are creating it, that’s called chronic stress. Over and over again, the research points to one key fact: Prolonged or unremitting stress exacts a stunningly toxic toll on the body, brain, mind, and soul.
"The Best Possible Parent"
Research in Focus with Alison Miller
Even under the best circumstances, parenting can be stressful and challenging. But for parents facing significant obstacles such as poverty, incarceration, or mental health issues, those stresses multiply. Alison Miller, associate professor of Health Behavior and Health Education, works on interventions to support parents and help their children thrive.