Health + Wellness

Mask Off: “Unmasked” App offers students virtual mental health support

The latest social platform to hit USC provides students a safe space to anonymously share how they feel.

Jen Adams
February 19

USC adding take-home COVID-19 tests this week

The take-home tests build on the saliva-based collection model, bringing new benefits of cost, efficiency, ease and accuracy.

Anthony Manliguez, Nikki Walker February 12

COVID-19 vaccine trial participants recount their experiences

Both the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines received approval from the FDA for emergency-use in December 2020 after a record-fast vaccine development period of just nine months. The first vaccines were administered in the United States on Dec. 14. Before the vaccine was approved, though, there were people who agreed to participate in its trials.

Vaishnavi Vasudevan January 7

USC Keck receives its first shipment of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine

What to expect in the coming months and who will be prioritized in receiving the vaccine.

Alexis Timko December 17, 2020

How COVID-19 variously impacts students across different schools at USC

An insight into the different disciplines offered at USC through the perspectives of our fellow Trojan classmates and their stories – both pre-pandemic and now.

Casey Duan November 11, 2020

Could shame stop students from ignoring physical distancing guidelines?

Insight from two behavior psychologists about the effectiveness of online shame to shame others and its effectiveness.

Sophia Soo November 11, 2020

See you in 2021: After a Thanksgiving dinner where you actually enjoy the Turkey

How to preserve our mental sanity while interacting with family and friends whose political views differ from ours over the holidays.

Ella Katz November 11, 2020

How to find a therapist and schedule an online appointment with USC Counseling and Mental Health

Amid increasing concerns about mental health in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the global Black Lives Matter protests, USC Counseling and Mental Health Services are actively expanding their mental health services for international students and increasing specialized therapists for students of color through an embedded counselor option on the mySHR (my Student Health Record) portal. Dr. Alice Phang, Ph.D., is an embedded therapist for the Office of International Services and recommends that students utilize USC counseling services and stress management techniques to effectively deal with mental health concerns during COVID-19.

Christine Suh November 6, 2020

Keeping it short this week, reminding you to take a deep breath.

How to cope with the uncertainty of the presidential election and roll with the punches of life on this unique Wednesday night.

Ella Katz November 4, 2020

We need to laugh, maybe more now than ever

Laughter is medicine. But is it ok to belly-laugh during a time of universal pain and suffering?

Ella Katz October 28, 2020

How to get the work done without taking yourself too seriously

Navigating ambition and managing your ego when you have a drive in college

Ella Katz October 21, 2020

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