Student Affairs News and Events
Counseling Office Hours over Spring Break
Student Counseling will be closed Monday, Thursday and Friday the week of spring break. Lori will be in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday for consultation and walk-in appointments. During the days that we are out of the office, please follow the below emergency procedures should you encounter a crisis.
When counseling office is closed, please call:
Seattle Crisis Clinic (24 hour access) at 206.461.3222
Police / Ambulance at 911
Flu Season is not over yet!
The American College Health Association along with Health and Human Services published a letter today recommending that all college students get the h1N1 vaccine before leaving for Spring Break. Read the letter here: HHS_ACHA_SpringBreak_letter.pdf
Mental Health Apps for your iPhone
PsychCentral.com and MindApps have teamed up to create iPhone apps for those struggling with mood disorders and coping with trauma. Below is the video for the mood app. A disclaimer here: these apps are NOT a substitute for therapy or medications for mental health disorders. However, they may be used in conjunction with therapy to help you work towards your therapy goals.
US Surgeon General Promotes Healthy at Every Size
The Surgeon General’s Vision for a Healthy and Fit Nation Fact Sheet
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is February 21-27th
Did you know…
Nearly 10 million females and 1 million males in the U.S. are battling eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, while millions more suffer from binge eating disorder.
The peak onset of eating disorders occurs during puberty and the late teen/early adult years, but symptoms can occur as young as kindergarten.
More than one in three normal dieters progresses to pathological dieting.
Does this information surprise you? Does it sound familiar? You are not alone. Help is just a call or click away.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, NEDA is here to help. Call the toll free, confidential Helpline Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Pacific Standard Time: 1-800-931-2237. Our helpline volunteers will be there to offer support and guidance with compassion and understanding.http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/index.php
You are also always welcome to come by the Cornish Wellness Center or the Counseling Offices for more resources. http://www.cornish.edu/student_affairs/prevention_and_wellness/