You may have already heard, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In order to cultivate a better understanding and to educate theGW community, GW is hosting interviews with a panel of experts available throughout the month of May. These professionals are well equipped to answer questions on various topics that may relate to marginalized populations, teacher/student, adolescent and youth health, war and conflict, and more. If you are interested in scheduling an interview with one of GW’s experts, please contact GW Media relations at gwmedia@gwu.edu.
It is also critical to understand that your mental health matters, and GW cares. If you feel like you are overwhelmed or stressed, GW offers Counseling & Psychological services that are confidential and safe for our students, staff and faculty members. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins are welcome.
The GW Office of Integrative Medicine and Health offers a number of resources to GW employees through its GW Resiliency and Well Being Center. Contact them to schedule educational talks, group workshops, or individual coaching on a number of topics including stress management, substance abuse, self-care and lifestyle (mindful eating, restorative sleep, etc.). And check out theOffice of Integrative Medicine and Health’s weekly A Mindfulness Experience online sessions on Fridays from 2-3 pm addressing online stress relief, immune system support, and evidence based answers to COVID-19 questions. The sessions include a 30 minute mind-body practice.
Just as our physical health is vital to a healthy life, so is our mental health. Remember, GW is here for you.
