mental health

Streeter: What advice do you have for dealing with mental health concerns that arise as we head into the dark and cold winter months?

What advice do you have for dealing with mental health concerns that arise as we head into the dark and cold winter months?

Four reasons to start journaling

Fall is the perfect season to make journaling your new hobby, here are four reasons to start. Journaling is my favourite old lady pastime.

The waiting game

The main problem with Canadian mental health resources is the lengthy wait times for publicly-funded counselling services.

Why don’t you have an attention span anymore?

For many people, the internet and social media is still just new, somewhat confusing technology. But, as the iPhone comes close to its 16th birthday, it is becoming the norm…

VicPD Co-Response Team showing early success 

Last month, the Victoria Police Department (VicPD) implemented the Co-response Team (CRT) and, according to Chief Del Manak, the team is already seeing success. 

How to combat lingering burnout from finals season

If the new term already has you dealing with burnout, you’re not alone The first month of the winter semester has almost passed, but university students have been feeling the…

Newly-launched BACK program aims to support BIPOC students’ mental health

Belonging, authenticity, communities of care, and knowledge — these are the pillars of the new mental health initiative BACK that was launched to support BIPOC students at UVic. BACK is…

Improve your mood by busting a groove

Through hardships, stressors, and difficulties, dancing has the power to create a sense of joy and contentment.

UVic to consider extending winter break after student petition

Over 1 500 people have signed a petition requesting a longer winter break As exam season approaches, many UVic students feel that they need a longer break over the winter…