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Campus Mind Works: Supporting Student Mental Health

January 22, 2013 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

The University of Michigan Depression Center is pleased to announce that the Campus Mind Works education and support groups will continue to be offered this semester. Designed to provide an extra layer of support for students with depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, these free, bi-weekly, drop-in groups are offered on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from October through April, on North and Central Campus. Each group begins with a brief presentation on a topic which impacts student mental health, followed by a facilitated support group run by a nurse practitioner. Open to both graduate and undergraduate students,…

Published in: Health and Wellness

Depression on College Campuses Conference

January 10, 2013 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

The University of Michigan Depression Center would like to invite you to the 11th Annual Depression on College Campuses Conference, “Depression on College Campuses: Moving Toward Healthy Self-Care” on February 26 and February 27, 2013 at the Rackham Graduate School. The majority of college students with depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders do not seek treatment. Unfortunately, many students who are struggling with depressive illnesses may instead utilize unhealthy coping mechanisms – including drinking, drug use, and self-injurious behaviors – to help manage their symptoms. Join us for the 11th Annual Depression on College Campuses Conference to learn about…

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Campus Mind Works: Supporting Student Mental Health

November 12, 2012 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

Are you a University of Michigan student who has been diagnosed with a mental health disorder? If so, you are not alone. Many U-M students have mental health disorders which require ongoing care. Campus Mind Works is a website and outreach initiative developed by the University of Michigan Depression Center to help support student mental health. The Campus Mind Works site includes a comprehensive database of mental health and academic support resources at the University of Michigan, as well as strategies and tools to help students stay healthy and manage their emotional health within the context of college life. As…

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Free Depression Screenings Provided on North Campus on October 11

October 10, 2012 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

The University of Michigan’s Depression Center, in partnership with the College of Engineering, Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning, and Rackham Graduate School, will offer students, faculty and staff a free opportunity to determine whether they are experiencing some of the symptoms of depression, and would benefit from further evaluation. The screenings will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on October 11 in the Duderstadt Center connector on North Campus, as part of National Depression Screening Day. North Campus is a great part of the University of Michigan and is frequented by many undergraduate and graduate students…

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Winter 2012 Drop-in Education and Support Groups

January 30, 2012 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

As the new semester is getting underway, the Campus Mind Works team is pleased to continue offering free, drop-in education and support groups on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month through April. Designed for any U-M student with bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and chronic anxiety, each group begins with an educational presentation and Q & A focusing on topics which can impact student mental health, including: relationships, the connections between exercise and mood, how substance use affects mental health, and new research on nutrition and its effects on the brain. This is followed by a facilitated support…

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Stress Reduction Strategies for Coping with Anxiety & Depression Group, December 13

December 2, 2011 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

Campus Mind Works’ free, drop-in education and support groups continue this month with a group on Stress Reduction Strategies for Coping with Anxiety & Depression on Tuesday, December 13 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Room 165, Chrysler Center, North Campus. Designed for any U-M student with bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and chronic anxiety, each group begins with an educational presentation and Q & A focusing on topics which can impact student mental health, including: the importance of sleep, the connections between exercise and mood, how substance use affects mental health, and new research on nutrition and its effects on…

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Seasonal Affective Disorder and Depression Group, November 8

November 1, 2011 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

Campus Mind Works is offering free, drop-in education and support groups on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month from October-April. Designed for any U-M student with bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and chronic anxiety, each group begins with an educational presentation and Q & A focusing on topics which can impact student mental health, including: the importance of sleep, the connections between exercise and mood, how substance use affects mental health, and new research on nutrition and its effects on the brain. This is followed by a facilitated support group session, providing an opportunity for students to discuss…

Published in: Professional Development

Campus Mind Works: A Resource for Students to Manage Mental Health Disorders

October 28, 2011 | By Stephanie Salazar, Project Coordinator, Campus Mind Works

If you have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder and are looking for ongoing support resources, Campus Mind Works is the resource for you. The Campus Mind Works website was created to help support U-M students manage their illness and get the most out of their college experience. Campus Mind Works can assist you in finding tips, strategies, and tools to help you: Make a plan to stay healthy and manage your symptoms while in graduate school Connect with the resources and support services that you need, through our resource database Transfer your mental health care from home to…

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