| |
January 19 | Department Winter Social
|
| |
|
***Date Extended to Tuesday, January 7, 2025***
Get ready to capture and share the moments that mean the most to you in our Winter Photo Contest! This year, we’re inviting everyone to submit their favorite snapshots across these categories: - Family Moments
- Achievements & Celebrations
- Travel & Hobbies
- Pets and Animals
- Daily Life
We’ll be showcasing finalists from each category at our Winter Social on January 19, 2025, where we’ll also vote for the overall winner! It’s a fun opportunity to celebrate our diverse experiences and talents, so don’t miss out. How to Participate:
Simply send your best photo in any (or all!) categories to Melinda at hartigan@ufl.edu by January 7, 2025. Whether it’s a holiday memory, a recent accomplishment, or a candid shot of your daily life, we’re excited to see your creative perspectives! Happy snapping, and best of luck to all!
|
| |
| |
Mental health professionals say ‘sunset anxiety’ is a real thing — how to know if you have it
|
Dr. Andrea Guastello, psychologist at the University of Florida, talks about “sunset anxiety” and offers tips to help curb anxiety around sunset.
|
|
|
| |
How to Know When Holiday Drinking Is Hurting Your Brain
|
University of Florida’s Jamie Smolen explores the long-lasting impact of alcohol on the brain.
|
|
|
| |
Airport ‘gatexiety’ is latest phenomenon among travelers
|
Dr. Joseph McNamara shares expert tips to help you manage travel stress and enjoy your journey.
|
|
|
| |
Florida students at low risk for seasonal depression — but still get “winter blues”
Robert Averbuch, a UF psychiatrist, has treated a handful of SAD cases, although he doesn’t see it nearly as much as psychologists up north, he said. However, winter blues related to holiday and family stress are still common — especially among students, he said.
|
| |
|
| |
Hopeful Trends in College Mental Health
For students with depression or anxiety, there’s less stigma and more treatment. Dr. Morris talks about the positive changes to mental health stigma among college students over the past 10 years of the Healthy Minds study.
|
| |
|
| |
Extreme Drinking on Holidays and Special Occasions
In his recent Psychology Today article, UF Distinguished Professor Emeritus Mark Gold highlights research by UF Psychiatry Professor Lisa Merlo on extreme drinking during holidays and special occasions.
|
| |
|
|
| |
|
Kevin recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Santa Fe College and also holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics from Florida State University. He brings over seven years of valuable experience working in financial institutions and customer service roles. Kevin's professional background includes his recent role as a Fiscal Assistant II at the University of Florida, where he was responsible for processing travel authorizations, expense reports, and vendor transactions. He also has hands-on experience with systems like PeopleSoft and UF Marketplace, as well as strong skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and effective communication. Kevin will be overseeing our assets and computers, approving UF Go transactions, and assisting with effort reporting. We are excited to have Kevin on board and look forward to his contributions to our team. Outside of work, Kevin is uncommitted to a variety of hobbies but has a particular passion for movies and television. He strives to stay active as a fitness enthusiast and is also exploring bicycle commuting around Gainesville. Kevin is eager to help wherever needed. Please join me in welcoming him to the team, and don’t hesitate to reach out to introduce yourself and offer your support as he gets settled.
Kevin will be located at the 1329 Fiscal Office | birbiglia@ufl.edu | 352.594.4228
|
| |
|
| |
|
Richard “John” Dwyer is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Finance from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He previously served as an HR Generalist at the UF Health Cancer Center, University of Florida. Before joining UF, John worked as a professional recruiter, specializing in Accounting & Finance and Information Technology. With over seven years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, and account management, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. In his new position, John will oversee TEAMs recruitment, onboarding, SPI requests, reclassification, UF Engage, and FMLA tracking for TEAMs employees. He will also manage the processing of foreign hires and their associated paperwork, handle payroll tasks including reviewing preliminary and final pay lists, and troubleshoot payroll entry issues. Additionally, he will serve as the department liaison for credentialing and as the DSA. An avid sports enthusiast, John has a particular passion for football. He and his wife enjoy traveling, with their most recent adventure taking them to Santorini. He also loves good BBQ and discovering live music wherever he can find it. John finds great fulfillment in working in Human Resources, as it allows him to help others achieve success. John will be located at the 1329 Fiscal Office | rdwyer@ufl.edu | 352.594.4229
|
| |
|
| |
|
Beverly Stoutamire serves as the Supported Employment and Education (SEE) Coordinator for the NAVIGATE program, working alongside Dr. Teaford to support students in achieving their employment and educational goals. With a longstanding specialization in disabilities and intellectual disabilities, Beverly brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Since 2018, she has been a Job Developer with Project SAINT and Adult Education at Santa Fe College, where she advised, advocated for, and instructed students with unique abilities. Her work focused on equipping students with the skills necessary for employment, independent living, and success in today's workforce, including the development of essential technical computer skills. Outside of work, Beverly enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and listening to music.
Beverly will be located at Springhill 2 Room 3123 | 352.265.8873 or via the Navigate Hotline 352.265.5494 | stoutamireb@ufl.edu
|
| |
|
| |
|
David Moore is a dedicated mental health professional with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families in need. After graduating from Gainesville High School in 2005, David served four years in the United States Marine Corps as a Basic Rifleman, completing two deployments. Inspired by the challenges faced by the veteran community, he transitioned to a career in mental health and substance use, earning a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Saint Leo University in 2021 and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walden University in 2024.
David's professional expertise spans working with at-risk youth and supporting chronically homeless adults with dual diagnoses. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and three children.
David will be located at Springhill 2 Room 3123 | 352.265.8873 or via the Navigate Hotline 352.265.5494 | moore.david@ufl.edu
|
| |
| |
Congrats Aubrey!
|
Aubrey Bonsel was a winner in the Gator Eats Recipe Contest hosted by UFHR with her (Almost) Traditional Baklava Recipe (page 19). Check out her recipe and others in the Gator Eats Chomp the Holidays Cook Book!
|
|
|
|
| |
Congratulations and Welcome Dr. Nutley!
Dr. Sara Nutley recently defended her thesis and celebrated this milestone by participating in the December 13th graduation ceremony.
She is joining the UF Department of Psychiatry as a Postdoctoral Associate, where she will conduct research on obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, anxiety, and other psychiatric conditions. Her work emphasizes epidemiology, pathophysiology, and clinical presentation. Her responsibilities will include statistical analysis, data preparation for grant proposals, development of new research projects, authoring peer-reviewed publications, grant writing, and presenting findings at scientific conferences. In addition, Dr. Nutley will mentor undergraduate, graduate, and medical students, as well as other trainees.
You can learn more about Dr. Nutley's research in the link below.
|
| |
|
|
| |
UF CARD Update
| |
| | |
Teaching Students with Extensive Support Needs Thursdays 1/9, 1/23, 2/13, 2/27, 3/13, 3/27; 4:30 - 6:00 pm | ONLINE Join us for the virtual 6-part series to learn more about how to support learners with extensive support needs. Using real-life examples, a shared case study, and group discussion, we will explore how to assess need, design instructional goals, implement evidence-based strategies across content areas, and assess progress. What are Evidence-based Practices? January 13, 2025; 4:30 - 6:00 pm | ONLINE Evidence-based practices are strategies that have research to support their use. Join us for this informative virtual session. What are evidence-based practices? How does a strategy become evidence-based? Why is it important to use evidence-based practices? 32nd Annual Statewide CARD Conference January 16-19, 2025 | Orlando, FL Find us at these community events! 02/07/25 Night to Shine Prom at Westside Baptist Church 02/08/25 Hernando County School District’s Disability Awareness Walk and Roll 02/08/25 Columbia County Housing Authority’s Family Fun Day 03/08/25 Union County Housing Authority’s Family Fun Day 1st Fridays of each month Melrose Center Health Fair (Melrose) Sign up for the UF CARD eNews, visit the UF CARD website, and follow the UF CARD Facebook Page to stay informed about events. If you know someone in need of UF CARD services, please direct them to the UF CARD registration page or have them call 352-265-2230.
|
| |
|
|
| |
January 7 | FRC Recognition Day at Men's Basketball
The Gator men’s basketball match on Tuesday, Jan. 7 vs the Tennessee Volunteers, is designated as a UF Health entitlement game. UF Health will be recognized during public announcements and on video boards and/or scoreboards at various times before and during the game. Before the game, staff from the UF Health Florida Recovery Center will play games and interact with fans. The announcer will invite Scott Teitelbaum, M.D., director of the UF Health Florida Recovery Center, onto the court before the game to deliver the game ball and be recognized.
|
| |
|
| |
January 10 | Grand Rounds
|
Brenda Krygowski
Board-Certified Family Physician,
Hospice & Palliative Medicine Time: 12 – 1 p.m. This presentation will be given in-person at the McKnight Brain Institute, Room L4-101, with watch parties held at the UF Psychiatric Hospital, Room 1901, and AOPC, Room 3242.
|
|
|
| |
January 15 | NCF SfN Abstract Deadline
|
Data Blitz Presentation Submissions:
The Data Blitz will kick off the conference on February 7th from 9:00 – 10:00 am. Presenters will have 7 minutes for their talk and 3 minutes for questions.
Poster Abstract Submission: The poster session will round out the science portion of the conference on February 7th from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Every abstract must contain the following components: title – limited to 20 words; text – limited to 350 words; layout – submitted with the following sections: Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions. Submission closes January 15th, 2025 and acceptances will be sent shortly after the deadline.
|
|
|
| |
January 17 | Grand Rounds
|
Edward Silberman
Professor of Psychiatry, Emeritus
Tufts University School of Medicine Time: 12 – 1 p.m. This presentation will be given in-person at the UF Psychiatric Hospital, Room 1901, with watch parties held at the McKnight Brain Institute, Room L4-101, and AOPC, Room 3242.
|
|
|
| |
January 24 | Grand Rounds
|
Eric Lian
PGY-2 Resident
Department of Psychiatry Lake A. Lindo
PGY-2 Resident
Department of Psychiatry Minju Hwang
PGY-2 Resident
Department of Psychiatry Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
|
|
|
| |
January 31 | Grand Rounds
|
Steven Adelsheim
Associate Chair for Community Engagement,
Director, Center for Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing
Stanford University Dept. of Psychiatry Time: 12 – 1 p.m. This presentation will be given in-person at the UF Psychiatric Hospital, Room 1901, with watch parties held at the McKnight Brain Institute, Room L4-101, and AOPC, Room 3242.
|
|
|
| |
February 7 | NCF SfN Conference
|
| |
February 24-25 | COM Celebration of Research
|
| |
|
This annual event is truly a wonderful opportunity for great things to happen at UF. The culture of the College of Medicine is built upon the philosophy of sharing of knowledge and our discoveries, establishing new, and celebrating pre-existing collaborations, and most importantly, inspiring all our learners to become successful lifetime researchers.
|
| |
| |
Employee Assistance Program
|
The UF Employee Assistance Program aims to support UF employees by providing a safe space and quality mental health and wellness resources. EAP therapists and affiliated employees uphold UF’s non-discrimination policy (UF Regulation 1.006), ensuring services are inclusive and respectful of everyone, regardless of their background or identity.
UF employees and their household members may call the EAP at any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at (833) 306-0103, and anyone experiencing a crisis with more urgent needs should call the Alachua County Crisis Center at (352) 264-6789.
You can also request an appointment online.
|
|
|
| |
Let Us Know!
|
Do you have some news or an announcement you would like to share? Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond and who you would like to recognize? Want us to save the date for an upcoming event?
Editorial Team:
Melinda Fawcett
Aubrey Bonsal
|
|
|
|
