In the discussion of racial violence in the US, there’s a common claim that racism and bigotry are mental illnesses.
I cannot count how many times I have heard that racists are mentally ill or...
The group that governs UVM met Oct. 25-26 on the University’s campus to discuss and vote on UVM’s future.
The group, the board of trustees, meets three times per academic year in October, February...
Mindfulness is entering the mainstream as trendy, cute and healthy, but being mindful can be a chore to those with busy routines.
It’s no wonder that because of this, most people monetize the invaluable...
Breathe. Just breathe.Ever since the first day of classes as a first-year just four weeks ago, these three words have been crucial to almost every aspect of my life.
Since arriving at UVM, my life has...
Caroline Slack, Assistant Feature Editor
• April 24, 2019
Though psychedelics are often portrayed in popular culture as recreational drugs, psychedelics like ayahuasca have played a role in religious ceremonies and alternative medicine.
Josh — not his real...
Vermont’s dark winters, with their bluster and shadow, leave many studetns struggling with their mental health.
Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that occurs in nine percent...
Mid-way through January, many people have New Years’ resolutions dictating their daily routines and choices.
By opting to work out more frequently, eat a healthier diet or cut back on alcohol and drugs,...
We who work to support UVM students’ health and well-being continually seek ways to improve the services we provide that support students’ mental health needs.
Like colleges across the country, UVM...
UVM’S Counseling and Psychiatry Services are only meant to be used as short-term counseling, despite students desiring long-term services.
CAPS uses a short-term model when counseling clients, Interim...
Last week, SGA highlighted a desperate need for a counselor dedicated to the serving students of color at UVM.
First-year SGA senator Carter Yee brought up a resolution calling on Counseling and Psychiatry...
Last semester, a first-year illustrator on staff, Cole Thornton, was struggling with the transition to college.
The stresses Thornton experienced were routine: balancing the buffet of social opportunities...
Joey Waldinger, Assistant News Editor
• February 12, 2018
At the end of last semester, senior George S. Tolley IV sought help from Counseling and Psychiatry Services for the first time of his college career, he said.
His was a special case, so after calling...
