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OSU expert: 5 things parents should know about kids’ screen time and mental health

As children and teens head into summer break with more free time and increased access to phones, gaming and social media, mental health experts say parents should pay close attention to how screen use may be affecting emotional well-being, sleep,
OSU expert: 5 things parents should know about kids’ screen time and mental health
Former MLB player Robinson speaks out about suicide prevention

Mon, Nov 7, 2022

On Nov. 1, the Oklahoma State University Department of Wellness welcomed Drew Robinson, a 30-year-old former professional baseball player, to the stage of the Student Union Theater to talk about his experience surviving a suicide attempt and the

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OSU introduces Cowboys United For Mental Health

Thu, Oct 6, 2022

A new initiative at Oklahoma State is looking to bring the Cowboy family together in support of mental health.

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OSU Medicine, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture partner to study mental health of farmers and ranchers

Mon, Feb 14, 2022

The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry was awarded a $500,000 grant by the United States Department of Agriculture to study mental health conditions of farmers and ranchers in Oklahoma, as well as develop ways to assist rural

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OSU-CHS Wellness launches new mental health initiative

Tue, Feb 9, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on the health of millions of people— both physical and mental. In an effort to help students, employees and residents, OSU Center for Health Sciences Department of Wellness has launched the Let's Talk About

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New pediatric medication guide developed by OSU-CHS, partners

Tue, Nov 24, 2020

OSU Center for Health Sciences partnered with Oklahoma Health Care Authority, Oklahoma Department of Human Services and the OU Health Sciences Center to develop the Oklahoma Pediatric Psychotropic Medication Resource Guide.

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Student shares story of mental health struggle and survival

Tue, Nov 10, 2020

Talking to someone helps. Whether it's a friend, a parent, a professor or a licensed professional, it helps and it is so worth it.

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Maintaining mental health while social distancing

Tue, Mar 24, 2020

During this time of social distancing, some people feel alone and isolated, others overwhelmed dealing with children out of school, working from home and uncertain finances. Medical professionals and their families are especially stressed right now.

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Finding Hope with Mental Health Awareness Training

Fri, Apr 5, 2019

Entitled "Finding Hope," the three-year project will expand and enhance awareness training efforts to better prepare individuals and emergency services personnel to identify mental illness, employ de-escalation techniques, establish referral linkages

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