February 2021
CES student Jessica Newton joins Dr. TRW to discuss and select current events and the stress that results. Stress is an inevitable occurrence in human life. Problems and difficult circumstances that trigger a need for support and reliance on coping skills are not unique to the present day. Navigating contemporary challenges that include complexities not previously experienced (i.e., a global pandemic, high death rate, political unrest, prolific demonstrations of activism) may lead to critical issues in mental health, isolation, and distress. We will identify present-day stressors, identify un/ healthy coping strategies in which people engage, share historical comparisons, and provide suggestions to promote sustained or improved mental health.