Visibility of Mental Health in Academia: The importance of having space to share
In this episode, Zia speaks to Professor Ian O'Connell about mental health in academic spaces, and how important it is to speak about mental wellness and reduce stigma. They discuss some of the barriers and challenges in getting support, and the importance of community and vulnerability in fostering deeper relationships.
In this episode, Zia speaks to Professor Ian O'Connell about mental health in academic spaces, and how important it is to speak about mental wellness and reduce stigma. They discuss some of the barriers and challenges in getting support, and the importance of community and vulnerability in fostering deeper relationships.
Guest featured in this episode:
Ian O'Connell (UVic Geography)
Guest featured in this episode:
Ian O'Connell (UVic Geography)
Resources:
ON CAMPUS:
- UVSS Peer Support Centre
- Student Wellness Centre
- Centre of Accessible Learning (CAL)
OFF CAMPUS:
- Wellness Together Canada
- Foundry Victoria
- Greater Victoria Citizens' Counselling Centre
- Vancouver Island Crisis Line: +1-888-494-3888
Text Services: 250-800-3806
ON CAMPUS:
- UVSS Peer Support Centre
- Student Wellness Centre
- Centre of Accessible Learning (CAL)
OFF CAMPUS:
- Wellness Together Canada
- Foundry Victoria
- Greater Victoria Citizens' Counselling Centre
- Vancouver Island Crisis Line: +1-888-494-3888
Text Services: 250-800-3806
