Past quarter century sees rise in youth loneliness
As loneliness grows amongst adolescents, researchers emphasize importance of studying possible societal reasons.
Mental Health
Multi-substance use, including e-cigarettes, associated with poor mental health in college students
As e-cigarettes remain popular amongst young adults, understanding use of e-cigarettes and other substances and mental health concerns are important for interventions.
Improving maternal mental health is key to addressing U.S. maternal mortality
MPH students worked with community partners on supporting mental health through their practicum projects.
Why gender-affirming care should be part of preventive mental health care for trans people
Epidemiology Assistant Professor Arjee Restar shares how we can improve access to gender-affirming care and mental health supports.
Pamela Collins, advocate for mental health and community voice, named 2023 MLK Service Awardee
For more than 25 years, Collins has been a mental health advocate for communities around the globe through her research, science policy leadership, and global health practice.
How public health can make a difference in the way we feel at work
Marissa Baker on showing respect for workers and collaborating with communities through the research-to-practice process
US workers are exposed to multiple psychosocial hazards, amidst little regulation or surveillance
High time demands, emotional labor and low wages are the most prevalent psychosocial hazards in the U.S. workforce.
Gender-affirming care bans disrupt mental health of trans youth and their caregivers
A review of new state policies shows impact of gender-affirming care restrictions on trans youth, health care providers and caregivers.
Lesley Steinman partners across communities to support the mental health of aging adults
2023 Omenn awardee Lesley Steinman supports the mental health of aging adults through 20 years of service to the UW’s Health Promotion Research Center as a research scientist and graduate student.
Tina Mensa-Kwao on partnering with youth to improve their mental health care
In this Q&A, graduate student Tina Mensa-Kwao shares why she’s passionate about global health, her research efforts and its potential impact, her future goals as a professional, and advice for new students.
How alumna Yolanda Evans improves adolescent health by pausing and listening to youths’ needs
Spotlight on Dr. Yolanda Evans (MPH, ’11), selection committee chair for the SPH Alumni Impact Award.
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