Isolated and burned out: Remote learning has taken a toll on local students
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a greater number of children and teens have displayed behavioral disorders and mental illnesses. Read more »
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Being sent home during COVID-19 made me hide my true identity
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused LGBTQ+ students to be neglected by Syracuse University. Read more »
Rather than mindlessly scrolling, take a break from social media
Social media detoxing is more essential than one may think to college students’ mental health. Read more »
Take it from me, there are benefits to journaling
Journaling is a mental health activity that every college student should take advantage of during this pandemic. Read more »
We need to stop overlooking the mental health of men
Mental health has garnered attention during this pandemic, but men’s mental health is still neglected. Read more »
Standardized tests expose privilege, not intelligence
New York State standardized tests perpetuate systems of classism and racism, while placing pressure on a student’s mental health. It’s time for them to go. Read more »
Election anxiety is normal. Here’s how to avoid it.
The 2020 election cycle has already been the most anxious one in American history, but with an uncertain outcome, it will only get worse. Read more »
Awning app aims to provide immediate mental health treatment
Syracuse University alumnus Daniel Fridliand developed Awning Anxiety Relief to provide immediate mental health treatment for students. Read more »
‘Sex Education’ continues its phenomenal run in season 2
Screen Time Columnist Patrick Gunn discusses season 2 of Netflix's hit show "Sex Education." Read more »
‘The Wolves’ at Syracuse Stage portrays realistic struggles of teenage girls
“The Wolves” at Syracuse Stage will be held in the Storch Theatre from Jan. 22 to Feb. 16. Following a girls’ soccer team, the play uncovers the issues teenage girls deal with today. Read more »
Early morning classes create a stressful semester
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues how getting an early start may create negative academic and health implications for students. Read more »
Campus racism can lead to violence
Our reader responds to a previous letter to the editor in regard to campus racism. Read more »
Seasonal depression more than just ‘winter blues’
Student Life columnist Jenna Wirth argues that the way society talks about seasonal depression trivializes the disorder. Read more »
SU neighborhood housing lacks accommodations, students with disabilities say
Students living off-campus can reside in apartment-style homes on South Campus, as well as apartment complexes and luxury student housing. Students can also rent from University Neighborhood landlords who have transformed existing homes into apartments. Read more »
Students want more from SU counseling services
The Barnes Center at The Arch aims to provide students with centralized physical and mental health services, but many students are dissatisfied with their access to the center’s counseling services. Read more »
Gun violence must be treated as a public health issue
Gun violence directly impacts the mental health and well-being of survivors, but it also affects the entire community. Read more »
Destigmatize mental health
Mental health issues are common, there should be routine mental health evaluations. Read more »
Honing their craft: Meet three students who found voices through poetry
April is National Poetry Month. Here are three student poets at Syracuse University who have shared the inspirations behind their work and how the art form acts as a mode of healing, identity and self-expression. Read more »
Your ‘staycation’ destinations for spring break in Syracuse
Staying in Syracuse during spring break? Don’t let the snow bring you down. Here are the top things to do and see in Syracuse while you’re catching up on some sleep next week. Read more »
Caffeinated drinks can improve health, brain function
March marks National Caffeine Awareness Month, so here are some of the best benefits to your morning cup of joe. Read more »
Syracuse yoga instructor fosters connections through inclusive classes
Renee Berlucchi, a yoga instructor at Syracuse Yoga, turned to yoga following personal loss as a means of healing. Now, she’s taking her practice to new audiences with the hope to emphasize that everybody — and every body — can be a yogi. Read more »
Advice from president of Active Minds on campus mental health resources
Active Minds President Meghan Nelligan recommends using on-campus resources available keep stay on top of your mental health. Read more »
Mental Health Awareness Week 2018
Video: Ricky Tibbetts advocates for mental health awareness through his experience with anxiety, depression
Ricky Tibbetts, a junior and is a public relations and policy studies double major, evaluates how inclusivity and the lack thereof has influenced his college experience and his anxiety and depression. Read more »
