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May 12, 2025 — The Ice Bucket Challenge is back, reimagined by the University of South Carolina's MIND club to support mental health awareness, and inspired by the 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge, which supported the ALS Foundation and brought awareness to the fight against ALS.

May 8, 2025 — The fear of judgment or shame can make it difficult for many to be vulnerable and seek support. This phenomenon is not only prevalent in AAPI communities but also in many other minority cultures, which can further widen disparities in mental health awareness, access to care, and culturally competent resources.

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Understanding the basics of stress and anxiety, how to best manage these natural and protective responses, and when to seek help.

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April 30, 2025 — They've poured their hearts into championing a new era of mental health advocacy, and each brought unique ideas and invaluable perspective to the table.

April 22, 2025 — Their ongoing community engagement is evident through initiatives like Well-being Walk-in Wednesdays and Grad Time, which provide continuous support, not just one-off moments.

April 17, 2025 — Balancing stress and anxiety with life's demands can feel overwhelming and isolating. That’s why Active Minds launched Stress Less Week®, a national program that occurs in the fall and spring each year.

April 8, 2025 — The more I read and the closer I looked at the patients under my care, I could see High-Functioning Depression (HFD) was everywhere. But people couldn’t go to their doctor and ask for a diagnosis or a prescription for antidepressants for it. If they did, the doctor would run through a quick screening tool for […]