Growth in competition
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Competition is a natural part of life, and it’s in dealing with competition that we grow.
Keeping your brain healthy
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The nervous system is in charge of many functions that allow people to carry out the responsibilities of daily life. However, once these functions begin to deteriorate, individuals may suffer considerable decreases in their quality of life. For this reason, it is important to discuss how to keep the brain healthy.
Addressing burnout
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Burnout is a problem late into any semester. Here’s how some UVU students are handling theirs.
Collegiate Substance Use Disorder Conference convenes at UVU
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On March 14, 2023, the Collegiate Substance Use Disorder Conference convened at UVU. The purpose of the meeting was “to address the challenges surrounding Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health.”
Maggie Adamson: Survivor, overcomer, advocate
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Maggie Adamson, a UVU nursing student and NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) presenter, shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and choosing faith in humanity.
A review of UVU mindfulness practice
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Mindfulness is more than just allowing our thoughts to flow freely. It is about being conscious of our thoughts, accepting that they’re okay, and befriending ourselves in the process.
Beauty from ashes: looking for the positive after COVID-19
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Horrific things came out of the pandemic. Yet what can we learn, and how can we grow from it?
Serotonin and how to increase happiness
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Have you ever thought about how the neurochemistry of your brain relates to your emotions? Serotonin, a brain chemical normally associated with happiness, joy and laughter is a perfect example of such neurochemistry.
Post-vacation syndrome and how to overcome it
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Have you ever struggled to come back to school after a vacation or break? It turns out that many people feel the same way, and the condition has a name.
Student Body President Lexi Soto hints toward new mental health app
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Lexi Soto and the UVU Student Association are moving forward with plans to renovate the UVU Student app with mental health in mind. Although the app is still in its infancy, keep your eyes open! Big changes are coming soon.