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Carol Mathews, MD named chair of psychiatry
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After a national search, Carol Mathews, MD, has been named chair of the UF College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry. She steps into this role after leading the department as interim chair since September 2021.
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College of Medicine State of the College 2022 — People Pillar
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Mental Health matters in the medical field and not just for patients. Learn about the Well-Being Index being implemented by the UF College of Medicine and led by our very own Lisa Merlo, PhD and Christina Bulleit, DO.
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The Fear Facer: An Update from: The Daily
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In 2019, Julia Longoria, then a Daily producer, traveled to Nashville to speak with Ella Maners and her mother, Katie Maners. Ella, 8 going on 9, was terrified of tornadoes and getting sick. So she did something that was even scarier than her fears: confront them at Fear Facers camp. We revisit her story and…
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90% of Americans agree the US is facing a mental health crisis, survey reveals
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Ludmila De Faria, MD weighs in on the alarming rates of suicide, anxiety, depression and other disorders and the populations most affected in an interview with Univision.
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21st Annual Guest Chef benefiting Peaceful Paths
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On October 6th, Peaceful Paths held their 21st annual Guest Chef Gainesville where more than 30 chefs from around the city cook and serve their favorite dishes with proceeds supporting victims of domestic violence and…
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2022 AACAP Annual Meeting
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The Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry had a successful American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Annual Meeting in Toronto. Several of the faculty and fellows presented or taught workshops. Second year fellow, Dr. Young Jo received the NIDA-AACAP…
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Silverman receives AACAP Education Outreach Award
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Andrew Silverman, MD received the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry’s (AACAP) Education Outreach Award at the Annual AACAP Meeting in Toronto. Supported by AACAP’s…
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Jo receives NIDA-AACAP award
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Psychiatry Staff Professional Development Program
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Join UF Psychiatry Alumni Society
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Become a member of the UF Psychiatry Alumni Society! The society fosters alumni networking, socializing and sharing current trends in psychiatric and behavioral science. Show your support of the education, research and clinical mission of the department by joining. • Annual Dues: $100 • Lifetime Dues: $2,500 (payable over five years, $500 per year) Membership dues support activities of the society and training programs. To learn more about giving back to the department and alumni opportunities, please contact Callie Wilkes. (calliewilkes@ufl.edu).
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Anti-Racism and Health Equity Group
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It’s not too late to join the Anti-Racism and Health Equity Group on the UF Health Bridge! We would love for you to join us for these new and thought provoking opportunities and welcome you to join the group and present ideas of your own. Go to the UF Health Bridge to join the group, and see more details, on resources, activities, and events.
Join us for our next meeting, 12:00pm - 1:00pm on January 16, 2023 for discussions focused on anti-racism, social justice and health equity so we can learn together and from one another, strengthening our teams.
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UF CARD Update
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Registration is open for the 30th Annual Statewide CARD Conference which will be held in Orlando, Florida in January 2023. 30th Annual Statewide CARD Conference | JAN 12 - 15, 2023 | ORLANDO
The purpose of the annual conference is to provide information on state-of-the-art practices in areas that promote best practices in education, early intervention and quality community-based lifestyles for individuals with autism, deaf-blindness, and related disabilities. Conference participants will learn about current research findings and their implications, as well as practical strategies related to communication and social interventions, transitions to adulthood, education, early intervention, and school and community inclusion. ADOS-2 Clinical Workshop | THURSDAY & FRIDAY, JANUARY 12-13, 2023 This 2-day live workshop teaches, through instruction and live demonstration, how to use the ADOS-2 to clinically assess and diagnose autism. PEPSA Day | FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2023 The Partnership for Effective Programs for Students with Autism (PEPSA) Pre-Conference Day is offered at no charge for educators. For complete information please visit the conference website.
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.
See the UF CARD website for information about our Support/Social Groups for adults and children.
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November 4 | Grand Rounds
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"Vulnerability to Neuropsychiatric Symptoms after Traumatic Brain Injury, Chronic Stress, and Aging" John Williamson, PhD, ABPP-CN
Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, & Clinical and Health Psychology Center for OCD & Anxiety-Related Disorders, UF Center for Cognitive Aging and Memory, UF Lead, Cognitive Function Initiative Brain Rehabilitation Research Center, North FL/South GA VAMC 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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November 9 | FRC Wednesdays at Noon: Addiction Medicine
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"Cannabis Impact on Addiction Medicine Practice"
William Greene, MD
Associate Professor
Department of Psychiatry, Division of Addiction Medicine
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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December 1 | UF Psychiatry Milestone Celebration
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Join us as we celebrate milestone anniversaries with members of our department. We are asking that everyone who is planning to attend, RSVP to Priscilla Spence (pspence@ufl.edu).
McKnight Brain Institute, L4-101
1:00 - 2:00pm
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February 27-28 | 13th Annual COM Celebration of Research
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Get ready to submit your abstract for the poster session! In early November, we will start accepting abstract submissions. Interested in the poster awards? Submit using a visual abstract! More information to come…
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UF Health Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment (UF CAN) Housing Survey
Purpose: This study aims to collect information on the housing needs for individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) and their families. This information will be used by UF CAN and other organizations in measuring, defining, and sharing information about the housing needs and support services needed for adults with developmental disabilities in the State of Florida, in order to help them transition more independently into affordable and inclusive housing of their choice. Who is eligible to participate in the survey?
Individuals 18 years or older, Living in Florida, and Diagnosed with a developmental disability OR Caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities living in Florida. What do you need to do?
• Click the survey link: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bpU49BZ5ViAbLoi
• Answer the 21 questions listed on your computer, tablet, or phone. (Should take about 10 - 15 minutes to complete.) For more information about this research study contact Carla Schmidt carla.schmidt@coe.ufl.edu or Ann-Marie Orlando aorlando@ufl.edu. Study ID: IRB202100150 Date approved: 06/07/2021 |
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UF Mindfulness 360° group practice series
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Check out these new free online mindfulness classes are offered by Nancy Lasseter (M.Ed.,Ed.S., Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Wellness Educator) and UF Mindfulness Monday Beginners Mindfulness Meditation: 4:30 - 5:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/439594600
Tuesday Midday Stretch & Renew with Qigong: 11:30 - Noon https://us02web.zoom.us/j/311318373#successVisit the UF Mindfulness website to view the full schedule and register.
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Streamed Classes
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Did you know that it only takes 15 minutes of exercise/stretching each day to improve your health? We are excited to share our new, 15-minute lunchtime classes, available to any UF or UF Health employee! Each are live-streamed via Zoom. Jump Start - Mondays from 12-12:15 pm. JumpStart focuses on elevating your heart rate, energy, and mood for the week through cardiovascular and strength-based interval training. Register here. Relax - Tuesdays from 12-12:15 pm. Flow will offer gentle yoga that can be done at a desk with a focus on linking breath to movement. Register here. Build - Wednesdays from 12-12:15 pm. Improve your total-body strength with this 15-minute virtual workout. No equipment needed! Register here. Unwind - Thursdays from 12-12:15 pm. This class focuses on gentle stretching that can help improve muscle control, flexibility, and range of motion. Register here.
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FREE Mental Health Workshops
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Mental health helpline devoted exclusively to UF faculty and staff
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In an effort to more efficiently connect UF and UF Health faculty and staff and their families to mental health services, UFHR, in partnership with the UF departments of Psychiatry and Clinical and Health Psychology, is introducing a new Mental Health Services Access Line devoted exclusively to university employees and their dependents. Faculty, staff and their dependents may call (352) 627-0032 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to receive assistance identifying and securing access to the mental health services best suited to their needs.
The new helpline is designed to increase access to mental health care and to supplement existing resources like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) rather than replace them, providing a single point of entry and ensuring employees get the help they need in a timely manner. UF employees and their household members may still 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.
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Guidance Connect service provides quicker, more direct access to therapists
UF's Employee Assistance Program, or EAP, provides UF faculty and staff as well as their household members access to free live counseling support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through its partnership with ComPsych. Now, in addition to calling its toll-free number, (833) 306-0103, faculty and staff have the option to search for a network therapist and determine their availability via ComPsych's portal.
To access the EAP's new Guidance Connect feature, visit guidanceresources.com and click on the Register tab to establish your profile, using the Organization Web ID: UFEAP. After registering, click on "Connect to Care" to answer a few questions and to get matched with a pool of therapists who meet your clinical needs and preferences. In-person, telephone, video or chat counseling options are available.
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UF GatorSAFE Mobile App
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Safety resources at your fingertips with the new UF GatorSAFE Mobile App. Smartphone users who download the free GATORSAFE app can now report tips to the UF Police Department, make emergency calls and perform other functions that improve their personal safety and security. Apple Store Google Play Store
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