Health + Wellness

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

’The Social Dilemma’: Coping with social media addiction in the age of COVID-19

Netflix’s documentary “The Social Dilemma” (2020) delves into the implications of social media addiction as an invasive force in our everyday lives, covering a range of issues related to social media, from distorted body image to the spread of misinformation. Overall, it highlights how children and teenagers’ mental health is currently at risk. Positive correlations between widespread technology use, teenage depression and suicide rates and their implications reflect a modern “social dilemma.”

Christine Suh October 16

There are only so many slices of pizza to go around

How to avoid spreading yourself too thin during a global pandemic.

Ella Katz October 14

Students living outside of Pacific Standard Time struggle to balance sleep and school

A look at the sleep sacrifices students make to attend their lectures live and the health impacts of this decision

Ronny Hu October 12

The strength of weak ties with Dr. Meg Jay

If I told you that a stranger could transform your life, would you believe me?

Ella Katz October 7

COVID Conversation

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