Topic: mental health

Domestic Abuse and COVID-19
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Research | June 16, 2020
UNLV criminal justice professor Gillian Pinchevsky on the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on victims of intimate partner abuse and how society can help protect them in the future.
Combating Coronavirus Anxiety as Communities Reopen
A person hangs up a "come in, we're open" sign on a window.
Business and Community | June 4, 2020
Mental health expert Dr. Michelle Paul provides strategies on fighting off anxieties as people return to work, outside activities.
Break Out of Your Social Circle to Combat Impostor Syndrome, UNLV Study Finds
Research | June 3, 2020
Business professor and socialization researcher Richard Gardner offers tips for coping with unfounded paranoia that you’re not good enough.
School of Medicine Partners with State to Assist Health Care Workers
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Business and Community | May 29, 2020
The partnership is designed to help health care workers deal with stress resulting from the pandemic.
COVID-19 and Connectedness: Finding a Balance in Our Online Lives
cartoon person looks away from phone and touches head anxiously
Business and Community | May 22, 2020
UNLV sociologist Simon Gottschalk provides tips on how to adjust to increased screen time during the coronavirus pandemic.
Capable in Crisis: UNLV Clinic Continues Mental Health Care During COVID-19 Pandemic
Michelle Paul, director of The PRACTICE Mental Health Clinic at UNLV, sits in front of her computer in her office to conduct a virtual meeting.
Business and Community | April 2, 2020
The PRACTICE Mental Health Clinic responds to outbreak, offers all services to existing patients virtually.
Conversing About Coronavirus: How to Talk to Your Children About the Pandemic
Business and Community | March 25, 2020
UNLV mental health expert Michelle Paul offers conversation strategies for COVID-19.
Combatting Coronavirus Stress
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Business and Community | March 25, 2020
UNLV College of Education professor explains trauma symptoms of children versus adults, and offers strategies and resources to help overcome them.
Social Media While Social Distancing: A How-To Guide
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Business and Community | March 20, 2020
UNLV communication studies professor Natalie Pennington offers tips to preserve your mental health while protecting your physical health.
Social Spacing: Deepening Connections While Staying Safe
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Business and Community | March 17, 2020
UNLV psychology professor Stephen D. Benning offers tips on staying safe and sane during the coronavirus pandemic.
Overcoming the Holiday Blues
Portrait of Dr. Michelle Paul, psychologist and director of The PRACTICE Mental Health Clinic at UNLV.
Business and Community | November 4, 2019
UNLV psychologist Dr. Michelle Paul shares practical ways to put the hope back in the holiday season.
Mute, Block, Delete: Navigating National Unfriend Day
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Research | November 4, 2019
UNLV communication studies professor and social media researcher Natalie Pennington unveils the biggest online dealbreakers, cling makers, and tips for culling your contact list.