5 Signs of College Anxiety
College is a transformative, challenging journey. For some students, a significant challenge can be college anxiety. Anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD) is a disorder characterized by excessive and persistent worry. It goes beyond the typical nervousness...
Online Therapy for College Students: 7 Reasons You Should Give It a Try
It seems impossible to find a task that can’t be completed online these days. You can see what your high school friends are up to, pay a bill and even support yourself financially. For college students, a majority of the coursework is done online, from taking notes in...
What Are Possible Next Steps After Completing a Los Angeles Hospital’s Inpatient Mental Health Program?
Recent data reveals that there are 25 beds available in California inpatient and residential mental health facilities for every 100,000 people living in this state. Have you or a loved one recently completed this type of treatment in Los Angeles? Doing so is...
How to Help a College Student With Depression and Anxiety
College is often portrayed as a time of self-discovery, excitement and personal growth. However, let’s get real — it’s not always all sunshine and rainbows. College life can throw some real curveballs. Two of the most prevalent challenges can be depression and...
8 Signs of Student Anxiety and What to Do If You Have Them
College students deal with a lot of stressors in their lives. Balancing academic responsibilities, navigating increased independence and creating a thriving social life aren’t easy. But for many students, their anxiety is getting out of control. A recent international...
7 Symptoms You May Experience During a Dissociative Episode
Dissociation refers to a disconnection between a person's thoughts, identity, consciousness and memory. It’s a defense mechanism to help you cope with trauma or stress. Individuals experiencing dissociation may feel detached from themselves or their surroundings. It...
Online Therapy for College Students: Partnership With UC SHIP
Mental health disorders in college students are at an all-time high. In a recent school year, over 60% of college students met the criteria for at least one mental health problem. Universities are facing rising demands for more mental health services for their...
Feeling Alone as a College Student? It’s Not Just You
Have you ever felt lonely in a room full of people? It’s not uncommon, especially if you’re in an unfamiliar environment. Starting college can be an exciting time to meet new people and experience new things, but this drastic change in your surroundings and daily...
Virtual Mental Health Services for UC Students
Mental health should be a concern for all ages in every walk of life. For many people, being in university can be an emotionally taxing part of their life. But no matter how hard it can get, there are treatments that can help you through it, even if your schedule...