A nascent student group at William Jewell College is aiming to spread awareness about mental health on campus. This organization, called Students for Mental Health…
Read MoreHealth Column: The stigma surrounding mental illness
We have all felt it one way or another. Life seems to throw every challenge and obstacle in our way, and some days we may…
Read MoreSelf-Exploration Column: When breaks feel anything but restful
This article has gone through several drafts. Even now, I do not know how best to articulate my feelings towards the ever-present exhaustion I feel,…
Read MoreSelf-Exploration: Navigating Positive Self-Dialogues
I agree with many others, neurotypical and otherwise, who find people telling others to just “get over” mental illnesses or “be more positive.” It seems…
Read MoreKander risks political career, furthers mental health awareness
In the face of a conservative national government, former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander appeared to be the Democratic Party’s new golden boy. Over…
Read MoreNBA Stars speak out on mental health
Controversy has arisen in the last year as professional athletes have taken action, either verbally or through methods like silent protest, on issues about which…
Read MoreMental Health at William Jewell
With a rising epidemic of suicide and mental health issues plaguing college campuses, counseling services at William Jewell College have developed a program that can…
Read MoreMental Health in the Country and on Campus
On national average, the number of college students who have reported difficulty functioning at school due to poor mental health is at an all time…
Read MoreAsk.Listen.Refer: a student guide
The Ask. Listen. Refer. program is a suicide prevention and awareness initiative on William Jewell College’s campus. Suicide is the second leading cause of death…
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