Suicide: Let’s Talk About It

May 14, 2020
Thoughts of suicide and self-harm are not uncommon, especially in these unprecedented times. In fact, studies show that coronavirus (COVID-19) could take the lives of 75,000 Americans through “deaths of despair.” So, now more than ever, talking about suicidal ideation is critically important. In the next installment of our Wellness Education Series, UCF RESTORES’ David […]
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Social Support in the Age of Social Distancing

May 11, 2020
Amid the spread of COVID-19, times have certainly changed … but that doesn’t mean the quality of connections with your loved ones should, too. In the next installment of our Wellness Education Series, Dr. Deborah Beidel sits down with UCF RESTORES’ David Rozek, Ph.D., to discuss how we can maintain or rekindle relationships to promote […]
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How to Avoid Self-care Procrastination

May 7, 2020
At one point or another, nearly all of us fall into the trap of saying, “I was too busy for this today; I’ll take care of it tomorrow.” But, when it comes to self-care – especially in times of heightened stress and anxiety – procrastination can be massively detrimental to our mental well-being. In the […]
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Breaking Through the Silence: First Responder Mental Wellness

May 6, 2020
In the 2020 edition of Florida Firefighter Magazine, UCF RESTORES Fire/EMS Outreach Coordinator and Ret. Maitland Fire Chief Kim Neisler breaks down the unique stressors our first responders bravely face every day, the dedicated resources available to support them and the importance of “breaking through the culture of silence.” Click on the image below to […]
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The Symbiotic Relationship Between Behavior and Emotions

May 4, 2020
So much has changed amid the coronavirus pandemic, but, with planning and intention, you can stay connected with the areas of life that have brought (and can continue to bring) you joy, reducing stress in the process. In the next installment of our Wellness Education Series, Dr. Deborah Beidel is joined by UCF RESTORES Director […]
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