{"id":12590,"date":"2020-03-18T11:07:04","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T15:07:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/?page_id=12590"},"modified":"2025-08-20T16:23:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T20:23:42","slug":"mental-health-wellness","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/graduate-program\/mental-health-wellness\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health &amp; Wellness Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 230%\"><strong><span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Emergency Resources<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class = \"alert alert-info  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Counseling and Psychological Services: <a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/\">https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 120%\">If this is a life-threatening medical or mental health emergency:<br \/>\n\u2022 <strong><a href=\"tel:911\">Call\u00a0911<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Visit the nearest hospital emergency department<br \/>\nTo speak to someone now about an urgent emotional or mental health concern:<br \/>\n\u2022 Call CAPS 24\/7 at\u00a0<strong><a href=\"tel:+19199663658\">919-966-3658<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Call or text\u00a0<strong><a href=\"tel:+988\">988<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>Suicide and Crisis Lifeline<br \/>\n\u2022 Text START to the Crisis Text Line at\u00a0<strong><a href=\"sms:+741741\">741-741<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><div class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #fff;width: 330px;border: solid #56a0d3 1px;padding: 10px 20px 0px 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;margin-left: 15%\">\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\">\u00a0National Suicide<br \/>\nHotline<\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn btn-default btn-lg  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"tel:18002738255\">Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)<\/a><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/suicidepreventionlifeline.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><div class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #fff;width: 330px;border: solid #56a0d3 1px;padding: 10px 20px 0px 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;margin-left: 15%\">\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\">Chapel Hill Domestic<br \/>\nViolence Hotline<\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn btn-default btn-lg  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"tel:9199297122\">Call 919-929-7122<\/a><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compassctr.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><\/div>\n<h4>More numbers you can call to talk to a counselor (external to UNC)<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.talkspace.com\/try\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Talkspace<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; 24\/7 access, no appointments or commuting needed, can switch therapists at no extra costs, flexible plans (not instant &#8212; need to register)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><span class=\"s1\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhelp.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BetterHelp<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; <\/span><\/span><\/span>World\u2019s largest counseling service, 100% online, can do messages, chat, phone, video sessions &#8211;\u00a0<span class=\"s1\">(not instant &#8212; need to <\/span><span class=\"s1\">register)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Psychology Today<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; find a therapist, how to work remotely, and more<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/09\/11JUN_Mental-Health-Resources.pdf\">List of Local Resources for Mental Health, Substance Use Disorders &amp; Suicide Prevention<\/a><\/strong> (external and within UNC) [pdf]<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/09\/Mental-Health-Resources.pdf\">APEX Cert \u2013 List of Mental Health Resources for Emergencies &amp; Crises, Mobile Crises Services and Coping With COVID-19<\/a><\/strong> [pdf]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 230%\"><strong><span class=\"s1\"><span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Mental Health Resources<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>We believe scientists must prioritize mental health and wellbeing in order to be successful. The Department of Pharmacology recognizes and understands that graduate school can bring increased pressure and stress that can be difficult to navigate. Students, faculty, and staff should be aware that we care deeply for everyone in our Pharmacology family and are actively working to promote a healthy environment. With this, the following is a list of UNC-based resources you might wish to explore:<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 210%\"><strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Services\/Offices at UNC<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/care.unc.edu\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/02\/Heels_Care_Network-logo-300x68.png\" alt=\"the words &quot;Heels Care Network&quot;\" width=\"225\" height=\"51\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/02\/Heels_Care_Network-logo-300x68.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/02\/Heels_Care_Network-logo-768x174.png 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/02\/Heels_Care_Network-logo-600x136.png 600w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/02\/Heels_Care_Network-logo.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>HEELS Care Network:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/care.unc.edu\">https:\/\/care.unc.edu<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The Heels Care Network is\u00a0a gateway for mental health and wellness resources for\u00a0everyone\u00a0on campus: to find a support group, learn strategies for mental health, connect with training and advocacy organizations, or find wellness events on campus. The Heels Care Network also includes support resources for community members who are not doing well and are seeking immediate help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nonreferrer noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/counsel-psych-serv-300x177.png\" alt=\"UNC Counseling and Psychological Services logo. Links to https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/\" width=\"225\" height=\"133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/counsel-psych-serv-300x177.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/counsel-psych-serv.png 306w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h5><strong>Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS):<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>First time visits do not need to schedule an appointment and can simply walk in to CAPS during the following days and times:<\/li>\n<li>Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/services\/urgent-concerns\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Urgent Needs<\/a>: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>One-on-one counseling and guidance is available for students and post-docs. <a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/services\/initial-assessments\/\">Click here for next steps<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>24\/7 Phone Line: <\/strong><a href=\"tel:19199663658\">919-966-3658<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>CAPS is located in the James A. Taylor Building on the 3<sup>rd<\/sup>\u00a0floor. This building is between Kenan Stadium and the Hospitals, off of Emergency Room Drive. For specific directions from multiple campus locations, see this website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/about-us\/contact-us\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/about-us\/contact-us<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>If you know someone in need of CAPS, it is helpful to walk with them to this office. This will not only ensure they reach their destination, but can also help reduce any potential anxiety they may have.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Most services at CAPS are already paid for with the health fee and offered <strong>at no further cost<\/strong> to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/caps.unc.edu\/about-us\/policies\/who-can-use-counseling-and-psychological-services\/\">student, post-doc, or partner<\/a>. This includes initial assessments, brief therapy through CAPS or an online provider, group therapy, referral coordination for a community provider, academic interventions, the Multicultural Health Program, embedded therapist services, crisis intervention, and outreach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/wellness\/appointments\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12885\" style=\"border: 1px solid #62aafc\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/uncmed-wellness-prog-300x124.png\" alt=\"Logo for the Student Wellness Coaches for School of Medicine students program. Links to https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/wellness\/appointments\/\" width=\"225\" height=\"93\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/uncmed-wellness-prog-300x124.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/uncmed-wellness-prog.png 352w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Student Wellness Coaches for School of Medicine students:\u00a0 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/wellness\/appointments\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/wellness\/appointments\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>PhD candidates who entered UNC through BBSP or the MD\/PhD programs can email <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bbsp.unc.edu\/wellness\/\">Zoe Silverman (LCSW)<\/a><\/strong> at <strong><a href=\"mailto:zoe.silverman@unc.edu\">zoe.silverman@unc.edu<\/a> <\/strong>to schedule an initial assessment.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bbsp.unc.edu\/employee\/zoe-silverman\/\">Zoe is a licensed clinical social worker<\/a><\/strong> and provides one-on-one counseling to PhD students at the School of Medicine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/gradschool.unc.edu\/events\/orientation\/#virtualorientation\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/08\/UNC-Graduate-School.jpg\" alt=\"UNC The Graduate School logo. Links to the Graduate School Orientation website: https:\/\/gradschool.unc.edu\/events\/orientation\/#virtualorientation\" width=\"225\" height=\"59\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Graduate Student Orientation Site:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/gradschool.unc.edu\/events\/orientation\/#virtualorientation\">https:\/\/gradschool.unc.edu\/events\/orientation\/#virtualorientation<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The Graduate Student Orientation site has lots of information and resources, along with videos to introduce those to you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/odos.unc.edu\/student-support\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12882\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/student-affairs-dean-of-students-300x58.png\" alt=\"Logo afor the UNC Student Affairs Office of the Dean of Students. Links to https:\/\/odos.unc.edu\/student-support\" width=\"225\" height=\"44\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/student-affairs-dean-of-students-300x58.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/student-affairs-dean-of-students.png 458w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Office of the Dean of Students:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/odos.unc.edu\/student-support\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/odos.unc.edu\/student-support<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The Office of the Dean of Students is committed to providing essential education, programs and services to support students\u2019 academic, personal and professional development.\u00a0 Our staff works with faculty, staff, and students across campus, as well as with parents, town leaders and community members to reach this goal,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ombuds.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12884\" style=\"padding: 10px;border: 1px solid #800080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/unc-ombuds-300x53.png\" alt=\"Logo for the University Ombuds Office. LInks to https:\/\/ombuds.unc.edu\/\" width=\"225\" height=\"40\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/unc-ombuds-300x53.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/unc-ombuds.png 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>University Ombuds Office:<\/strong>\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/ombuds.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/ombuds.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The University Ombuds Office is a safe place where all Carolina staff, faculty, students and administrators are welcome to come and talk in confidence about any campus issue, problem, or dispute. Our office supplements, but does not replace, the University\u2019s formal channels, such as the grievance policy. Contact us as a first step, or as a last resort, or anywhere along the way. Come and share your concerns, evaluate your situation, and plan your next step\u2014if you want to take a next step. Use of our services is voluntary and free. Visitors will find our office a safe place to discuss their concerns, no matter how large or small.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/microimm\/files\/2019\/05\/Ombuds-Brochure.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ombuds Brochure<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/safe.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12876\" style=\"padding: 10px;border: 1px solid #62aafc\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/afe-at0UNC.png\" alt=\"Logo for the Safe at UNC program. Links to https:\/\/safe.unc.edu\/\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Safe at UNC:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/safe.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/safe.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>This website is the main portal for students, faculty, staff, and visitors at UNC- Chapel Hill to obtain information about prevention and help regarding issues of discrimination, harassment, sexual assault or sexual violence, interpersonal violence, and stalking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25822 size-medium aligncenter\" style=\"padding: 10px;border: 1px solid #62aafc\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-300x42.png\" alt=\"UNC University Compliance Office logo\" width=\"300\" height=\"42\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-300x42.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-1024x142.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-768x107.png 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-600x83.png 600w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h.png 1086w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>The University Compliance Office<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/eoc.unc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/eoc.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"large-hero-text\">The University Compliance Office is dedicated to the well-being and success of Carolina\u2019s most valuable asset\u2014 its people. If ever you find that certain events or experiences have unfairly affected your academic or professional success, we\u2019re here to help.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25822 size-medium aligncenter\" style=\"padding: 10px;border: 1px solid #62aafc\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-300x42.png\" alt=\"UNC University Compliance Office logo\" width=\"300\" height=\"42\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-300x42.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-1024x142.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-768x107.png 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h-600x83.png 600w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/University-Compliance-Office_logo_rgb_h.png 1086w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Accommodations Accessibility Resources and Services (ARS): <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/eoc.unc.edu\/accommodations\/\">https:\/\/eoc.unc.edu\/accommodations\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>University Compliance Office (UCO) assists the University community with disability, pregnancy and religious accommodation requests, including auxiliary aids and services. UCO also offers training and consulting services to address any questions or accessibility needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25824 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/08\/Student-Wellness-icon.jpg\" alt=\"student wellness icon\" width=\"225\" height=\"119\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Student Wellness:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/studentwellness.unc.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/studentwellness.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Student Wellness is a health education and health promotion office whose work is rooted in Public Health science, with a focus on environmental change strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hr.unc.edu\/wellness\/employee-assistance-program\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"border: 1px solid #64a7ab;padding: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2025\/07\/unc-cblue-icon-total-well-being.png\" alt=\"Logo for the UNC Total WellBeing Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Links to https:\/\/hr.unc.edu\/wellness\/employee-assistance-program\/\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Total WellBeing &#8211; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (Available to permanent UNC employees and their dependents, including postdocs):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/hr.unc.edu\/wellness\/employee-assistance-program\/\">https:\/\/hr.unc.edu\/wellness\/employee-assistance-program\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>From financial pressures to workplace stress and family issues, life can be challenging. If you need help, the UNC-Chapel Hill Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available. The EAP is a confidential counseling and resource program that is designed to help University employees and their families deal with both personal and work-related concerns.<\/li>\n<li>Contact for UNC Total WellBeing: <a href=\"mailto:totalwellbeing@unc.edu\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">totalwellbeing@unc.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Trained counselors are available by phone 24 hours a days, seven days a week through the University\u2019s EAP offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidanceresources.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>ComPsych<\/strong><\/a>. You or your family members may call the EAP at anytime. Call ComPsych toll-free 24 hours a day at 877-314-5841.<\/li>\n<li>You can also visit their online resources at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.guidanceresources.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.guidanceresources.com<\/a>.\n<ul>\n<li>At the home page, if you are a first time user, click &#8220;Register&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>At the top of the next page, enter the Organization Web ID TARHEELS and complete the remainder of the boxes with your desired username and password and other requested information<\/li>\n<li>On subsequent visits, use the username and password you established on your first visit to access resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #4b9cd3\"><strong><span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Mental Health &amp; Wellness<br \/>\nDuring PhD and After<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong style=\"font-size: 130%;color: #4b9cd3\">For Graduate Students<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/toxicmix-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13190\" style=\"border: 1px solid #008080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/PhDtoxicmix-300.png\" alt=\"A beaker overflowing iwth bubbles due to a toxic mix is surrounded by ten common stressors that PhD students may be exposed to during their PhD. The link opens the pdf.\" width=\"225\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>The Toxic Mix During Your PhD: <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The stressors &amp; the strains&#8230;what might make management of your mental health more difficult.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/toxicmix-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open pdf<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/the-toxic-mix-during-your-phd\/\">Accessible web page for The Toxic Mix During your PhD<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>Common stressors discussed on the poster include: imposter syndrome, first time failing, financial concerns, competitive landscape, presennteeism, papers please, tough relationships, isolation\/guilt, no more tick boxes, and of acceptance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/PhDMentalHealthPoster_FINAL-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13191\" style=\"border: 1px solid #008080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/PhDMentalHealthPoster-300.png\" alt=\"This poster includes information on what you may be feeling or experiencing during your PhD, as well as warning signs to look for in those around you who may be struggling, and tips for managing mental health and wellbeing. The link opens the pdf.\" width=\"225\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Mental Health During Your PhD:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>What you might experience or feel.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/PhDMentalHealthPoster_FINAL-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open pdf<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/mental-health-during-your-phd\/\">Accessible webpage for Mental Health During Your PhD<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>This poster discusses what you may be experiencing\/feeling which can include: imposter syndrome, no more tick boxes, first time failing, isolation\/guilt, competitive landscape, the work\/life struggle.<\/li>\n<li>It also includes warning signs to be aware of in those around you who may be struggling which include: increased drinking, increased or decreased eating, working long hours, being absent, joking about suicide, and looking disheveled.<\/li>\n<li>It also includes some ways to manage your mental health and wellbeing such as: seek medical advice, take some time out, focus on you, request counseling, talk to your supervisor, talk to your peers\/postdocs, create manageable chunks, and read literature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/A5_MentalHealthTips-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13222\" style=\"border: 1px solid #008080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/A5_MentalHealthTips-300-2.png\" alt=\"The poster includes for how to manage your mental health during Covid-19. The link opens the pdf.\" width=\"225\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Some Mental Health Tips During Your PhD:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Some ways to help manage your mental health and wellness.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/A5_MentalHealthTips-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open pdf<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/some-mental-health-tips-during-your-phd\/\">Accessible webpage for Some Mental Health Tips During Your PhD<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>The poster&#8217;s eight tips for how to manage your mental health during Covid-19 include: seek medical help, talk to your supervisor, talk to your peers\/postdocs,\u00a0 focus on you, create manageable chunks, request counseling, read literature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/ImpostorSyndrome-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13244\" style=\"border: 1px solid #008080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/ImpostorSyndrome-300.png\" alt=\"This poster discusses Imposter Syndrome and what we can do about it. The link opens the pdf.\" width=\"225\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Shining a Spotlight on Imposter Syndrome:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>What we can do, what our peers can do to support, the role the PI plays, and what universities can do to support.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/ImpostorSyndrome-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open pdf<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/shining-a-spotlight-on-imposter-syndrome\">Accessible webpage for Shining a Spotlight on Imposter Syndrome<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>This poster discusses imposter syndrome and what we can do about it.\u00a0 Imposter syndrome is &#8216;intense feelings of self-doubt&#8217;, making a person feel like a fraud. These feelings can often reach boiling point during a PhD. Things we can do about it include: how to deal with it on a personal level, peer support, role of the PI and the institution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong style=\"font-size: 130%;color: #4b9cd3\">For Postdocs<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Perilsofapostdoc-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13245\" style=\"border: 1px solid #0055d4\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Perilsofapostdoc-modified-with-UNC-info-300.png\" alt=\"A cartoon picture of a tall mountain with a person climbing it toward a sign saying &quot;Prof&quot; with a dark cloud over them, surrounded by eleven common stressors postdocs experience in their climb for academic excellence. The link poster the poster.\" width=\"225\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>The Perils of a Postdoc: <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>A foray into the fact that mental health issues do not stop at the PhD level. The strains and\u00a0stressors continue into the postdoc environment as well.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Perilsofapostdoc-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open poster<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/the-perils-of-a-postdoc\/\">Accessible webpage for The Perils of a Postdoc<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>Common stressors included on the poster are: compete or perish, family commitments, idea generation, need for independence, position instability, teaching experience, global challenges, altac sell-out, a star is born, burnout or drop out, and don&#8217;t get stuck.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong style=\"font-size: 130%;color: #4b9cd3\">For Undergraduates<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/04\/Undergraduate-Mental-Health-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13441\" style=\"border: 1px solid #008029\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/04\/Undergraduate-Mental-Health-modified-with-UNC-info-300x212-1.jpg\" alt=\"A graduation cap surrounded by nine stressors students face during their studies. The link opens the pdf.\" width=\"225\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Undergraduate Mental Health Awareness: <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>With approximately 1 in 4 undergraduates experiencing health concerns, this poster explores some of the stressors students face during their university studies.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/04\/Undergraduate-Mental-Health-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open poster<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/undergraduate-mental-health-awareness\/\">Accessible webpage for Undergraduate Health Awareness<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>Common stressors students experience during their studies can include: financial concerns, away from home, little fish in a big pond, exam stress, grade panic, living with others, fear of missing out, isolation and job prospects.<\/li>\n<li>it also includes signs that others around you are struggling, which can include: being absent, slipping grades, social withdrawal, disheveled appearance, poor sleep patterns, increased irritability, changes in appetite and increased drinking.<\/li>\n<li>Among things students can do are: seek medical advice, reach out for help, focus on you, seeing others in distress.<\/li>\n<li>Among things institutions can do are: signpost resources so students know what help is available, see students fast, train staff and create links, and manage the transition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong style=\"font-size: 130%;color: #4b9cd3\">For Institutions<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/institutionedit-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13241\" style=\"border: 1px solid #008080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/institutionedit-modified-with-UNC-info-300.png\" alt=\"A green circle with silhouettes of university buildings on top surrounded by nine things universities can do to improve graduate mental health. The link opens the pdf.\" width=\"225\" height=\"158\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Th<\/strong><strong>e Institution Edit:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>What can universities do to improve graduate mental health?\u00a0What are the active steps to make mental health better for PhD students? The narrative that it\u2019s the students\u2019 problem and their problem only is wrong and misleading.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/institutionedit-modified-with-UNC-info.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open pdf<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/mental-health-wellness\/the-institution-edit\/\">Accessible webpage for The Institutional Edit<\/a><br \/>\n(Our thanks to Dr. Zo\u00eb Ayres, <a href=\"https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/zjayres.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZJAyres<\/a>, who developed and shared this poster.)<\/li>\n<li>The poster explores things universities can do to improve graduates&#8217; mental health, which include: train the trainer, tailor support, be accountable, diversify, dignity and respect, work\/life balance, provide skills, create a community, and reimburse quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/01\/Stress_first_aid2.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17441\" style=\"border: 1px solid #62aafc;padding: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/01\/stress-first-aid-icon-300.png\" alt=\"Drawing of medical personal holding back a giant wave to protect their patients\" width=\"225\" height=\"206\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Stress First Aid:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/01\/Stress_first_aid.pdf\">Stress First Aid<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2022\/01\/Stress_first_aid2.pdf\">Stress First Aid 2<\/a><\/li>\n<li>The SOM Wellness group and holds monthly meetings and training that then can be offered to Departments within the SOM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 210%\"><strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Training Opportunities<br \/>\n(Open to Students, Postdocs, Faculty, and Staff)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ssw.unc.edu\/sswevents\/mhfa-training\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13069\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Mental_Health_First_Aid_final_logo-190x300.jpg\" alt=\"Logo for Mental Health First Aid Training. Links to\u00a0http:\/\/ssw.unc.edu\/sswevents\/mhfa-training\" width=\"150\" height=\"237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Mental_Health_First_Aid_final_logo-190x300.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Mental_Health_First_Aid_final_logo-648x1024.jpg 648w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Mental_Health_First_Aid_final_logo-600x949.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/Mental_Health_First_Aid_final_logo.jpg 759w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Mental Health First Aid Training: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org\/\">https:\/\/www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour training that will give students, staff, and faculty the skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Just as CPR training helps a layperson without medical training assist an individual following a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid training helps a layperson assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 210%\"><strong><span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Student Groups\/Organizations<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/phdbalance.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12880\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/phd-balance.png\" alt=\"Logo for the UNC PhD Balance Organization. Links to https:\/\/phdbalance.com\/\" width=\"225\" height=\"124\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>PhD Balance:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/phdbalance.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/phdbalance.com\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>This organization was founded by current Microbiology and Immunology student, Susanna Harris.<\/li>\n<li>You can be productive in academia, work on and complete a graduate degree, AND struggle with your mental health. Our mission at PhD Balance is to provide honest stories from people like you and curate resources with advice about strategies, yoga, mindfulness, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/studentwellness.unc.edu\/programs\/alcohol-drug-programs\/carolina-recovery-program\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12877\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/carolina-recov-prog.png\" alt=\"Logo for Carolina Recovery Program. Links to\u00a0https:\/\/studentwellness.unc.edu\/programs\/alcohol-drug-programs\/carolina-recovery-program\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/carolina-recov-prog.png 218w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/carolina-recov-prog-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/carolina-recov-prog-64x64.png 64w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Carolina Recovery Program:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/studentwellness.unc.edu\/programs\/alcohol-drug-programs\/carolina-recovery-program\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/studentwellness.unc.edu\/programs\/alcohol-drug-programs\/carolina-recovery-program<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>To encourage a community that supports continued recovery, academic excellence, and a commitment to serving the greater UNC community. The Carolina Recovery Program provides each student a customized success plan, staff and peer support, and proactive recovery focused programming.\u00a0Their goal is to enable students to enjoy a normal substance-free collegiate experience while excelling at UNC-CH. They believe this recovery program experience will reconnect emerging leaders with their passion to make a difference in the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/stigmafree.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12881\" style=\"border: 1px solid #62aafc;padding: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/stigme-free-carolina-300x54.png\" alt=\"This is an image of the Stigma Free Carolina program icon.\" width=\"225\" height=\"40\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/stigme-free-carolina-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/930\/2020\/03\/stigme-free-carolina.png 462w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><strong>Stigma Free Carolina:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/stigmafree.unc.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/stigmafree.unc.edu\/<\/a><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Stigma Free Carolina is a UNC community campaign aimed at reducing stigma toward mental health concerns and treatment. By accurately defining mental health, educating the community, and dispelling negative or false beliefs about mental health and its treatment we can help everyone be their best selves and reach their full potential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;font-size: 210%\"><strong><span style=\"color: #499ad1\">Additional Resources<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-md-3 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-8 col-md-8 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/microimm\/files\/2019\/05\/Concerning-Behavior-Response-Guide.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Concerning Behavior Response Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/microimm\/files\/2019\/05\/Faculty-Guide-for-Mentoring-a-Student-with-a-Mental-Health-Issue.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Faculty Guide for Mentoring a Student with a Mental Health Issue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/microimm\/files\/2019\/05\/Faculty-Guide-Students-of-Concern.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Faculty Guide for Students of Concern<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/microimm\/files\/2019\/06\/UNC-Mental-Health-Task-Force-Report-2019.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UNC Mental Health Task Force Report<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/microimm\/files\/2019\/11\/Krause-Harris-eLife-2019.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u201cGet online to support wellbeing of graduate students\u201d \u2013 eLIFE Article by Susanna L. Harris (M&amp;I Student) and Liesl A. Krause<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/campushealth.unc.edu\/health-topics\/stress-and-anxiety\/anxiety-and-stress-management-training-session\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Anxiety and stress management training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/campushealth.unc.edu\/health-topics\/stress-and-anxiety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stress and anxiety\u00a0<\/a>and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/campushealth.unc.edu\/health-topics\/meditation-and-mindfulness\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">meditation and mindfulness<\/a> resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-1 col-md-1 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Emergency Resources &nbsp; Mental Health Resources We believe scientists must prioritize mental health and wellbeing in order to be successful. The Department of Pharmacology recognizes and understands that graduate school can bring increased pressure and stress that can be difficult to navigate. Students, faculty, and staff should be aware that we care deeply for everyone &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/graduate-program\/mental-health-wellness\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Mental Health &amp; Wellness Resources\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22429,"featured_media":0,"parent":2310,"menu_order":36,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"layout":"","cellInformation":"","apiCallInformation":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"class_list":["post-12590","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","odd"],"acf":[],"_links_to":[],"_links_to_target":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12590","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/22429"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12590"}],"version-history":[{"count":31,"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12590\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":26622,"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/12590\/revisions\/26622"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2310"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/pharm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12590"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}