U & I: A Wellness Podcast
By Illinois Counseling Center
U & I: A Wellness Podcast Feb 24, 2023
Autism Awareness Month and Neurodiversity
Join us for a special episode of U and I as we discuss neurodiversity and mental health during Autism Awareness Month. We explore the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals with guests Matilda and Quincy from the Neurodiversity and Anxiety-Related Distress Outreach Team. Tune in for insights on masking, stimming, emotional regulation, and rejection sensitivity, along with valuable campus resources for neurodivergent students.
LGBTQIA+ Misconceptions
It's Pride Weekend in C-U! In an effort to amplify LGBTQIA+ perspectives and strengthen allyship, we asked several Counseling Center paraprofessionals who identify as LGBTQIA+ to share misconceptions they've experienced around their identities.
Overcoming Barriers to Getting Mental Health Help
There are many people who recognize that they have mental health issues but never seek help. This episode discusses some barriers that prevent help-seeking and solutions that may help folks feel more comfortable with the therapeutic process.
Mental Health 101
In this inaugural episode of U&I, our Counseling Center Paraprofessionals discuss the mental health challenges associated with being a college student. We explore various topics such as self-care practices and coping strategies, mental health stigmatization, cultural influences, and how to support our fellow students. Together, U&I will challenge these difficult stigmas and encourage students to care for their mental health.