College is not a walk in the park. The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) found that about 20 million students were enrolled in college for the fall 2019 semester. A majority of these students endure mental health concerns consisting of anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, and substance abuse. These struggles can be a heavy burden … Continue reading
Loneliness certainly soars over college campuses, which ties in with the issues of mental health. The vice president and director of clinical programs at Grit Digital Health states, “Loneliness is correlated with increased risk for attrition, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation.” In other words, loneliness can be a result of such troubles. So … Continue reading
Many college students may be suffering from untreated mood disorders. Recent studies done by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), show that young adults between the ages of 18 and 34, who have mood disorders, are not receiving the mental health care they need. More specifically, on behalf of NAMI, The Harris Poll conducted … Continue reading
Anxiety is one of the top culprits that infiltrate and dominate the minds of college students. According to the American Health Association, 63% of college students in the United States felt overwhelming anxiety in the past year. Such a percentage demonstrates that more than half of college students are struggling. The reasoning for incredibly overwhelming … Continue reading
The commonality in the lack of resources for mental health has proven to be large. According to the public policy and advocacy consulting firm, HCM Strategists, one-fifth of undergraduate students struggle with a mental health condition, but many feel they are unable to receive the care they need on campus. Students often pay thousands of … Continue reading
College students all over America are in turmoil as they battle mental health. According to recent research done by Boston University, “33,000 college students across the country reveal the prevalence of depression and anxiety in young people, which continues to increase, now reaching its highest levels.” The pandemic plays an obvious role in this as … Continue reading
An ongoing mental health crisis is dominating college campuses. Although this fact can be viewed as unfortunate, it is quite understandable as it is crucial to remember the brain does not fully mature until about age twenty-six. So, although eighteen-year-olds are considered adults, they are likely not mentally developed. During this time in college, whether … Continue reading
Sinking in stress while at college has become the new norm, especially because of the pandemic. According to TimelyMD, 85 percent of college students are experiencing increased stress and anxiety levels due to the pandemic and the uncertainty about continuing their education. This emphasizes students’ need for help. The overwhelming pressures of taking courses online, … Continue reading
By Ian Williams NORFOLK, VA — Charlamagne Tha God came to Norfolk State University for the first time as a speaker for the Mass Communications and Journalism Department’s 2022 MCJR Week. Charlamagne spoke about overcoming obstacles during his childhood in South Carolina, failed career attempts, establishing his platform and using life experiences to create other … Continue reading
NORFOLK, VA — Students, faculty, and staff came to the Brown Memorial Hall Theater as Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett spoke as the keynote speaker of the RISE 2022 Conference. Dr. Corbett, who is one of the leading scientists responsible for developing the Moderna mRNA vaccine, sat down with Dr. Felicia Mebane, Interim Executive Director for the … Continue reading
By Kingsley Hunter CHESAPEAKE, VA — Norfolk State University’s student organizations and alumni raised $56,783 at last week’s first-ever Virtual 5k Walk/Run for Scholars. There were 698 donors and 161 fundraisers, and the money will go to funding student scholarships. NSU student leaders and alum put their cardiovascular work on display by walking or running … Continue reading
by Siera Jones Sentara Healthcare has opened a permanent Covid-19 vaccination center in downtown Norfolk that aims to deliver thousands of doses two days a week. The center is located at the Norfolk Scope Arena and is now open for walk-ins and appointments on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but Sentara spokesperson Kelly Kennedy has assured the … Continue reading
by William Taylor The Pandemic has been a mental struggle on a lot of people around the world. COVID-19 Pandemic has affected our lives in a way we never knew could happen. Many of us during this pandemic are facing challenges that can be stressful and overwhelming. This social distancing we are required to do … Continue reading
by Juwan Saunders COVID-19 has greatly affected so many in various ways. There are new changes to our daily lives that we find ourselves trying to adapt to. No one knew just the impact that a fast-spreading virus would have on a nation. I never knew how COVID-19 would actually affect me. Every day things … Continue reading
Virginians can use vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 877-VAX-IN-VA to pre-register for the vaccine and get clear, updated information Governor Ralph Northam invited Virginians today, Feb. 18, to pre-register for the COVID-19 vaccine online at vaccinate.virginia.gov or by calling 877-VAX-IN-VA. The Commonwealth’s new, centralized system allows individuals to easily pre-register for the free vaccine, confirm that they … Continue reading
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