Monday, December 15

The Quad: Professionals, club leaders discuss methods to combat mental health stigma

We have all likely heard the phrase, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” But when it comes to those with mental and physical health conditions, many people tend to compare, contrast and stigmatize these illnesses. Read more...

Photo: Members of UCLA Active Minds, a club dedicated to de-stigmatizing mental illness, pose for a photo during a club social. Many mental and physical illnesses are stigmatized, which can undermine the legitimacy of these issues. (Courtesy of UCLA Active Minds)


The Quad: UCLA students discuss challenges, benefits to long-distance relationships

As the Bruin community navigates a new strain of the virus and enters a new academic quarter, many students must face another challenge: long-distance relationships. Whether it be across cities, states or countries, the commitment that comes with most long-distance relationships can be challenging for many college students, especially when many are on a journey of self-discovery during their young adult years. Read more...

Photo: (Daily Bruin/Jade Ichimura)




The Quad: UCLA women bring big ideas to life through small businesses

There is no shortage of female Bruins taking the small business world by storm, creating products ranging from knitted accessories to tie-dye hoodies and skillfully designed nail sets. Read more...

Photo: Second-year English student Sydney Imus co-runs a home bakery aimed at providing allergy-friendly sweets. Chipped OC is one of the many small businesses run by fellow female Bruins. (Courtesy of Jennifer Imus Photography)


Therapeutic qualities of dance provide outlet of self-expression

This post was updated Nov. 16 at 3:10 p.m. Beyond choreography and costumes, dance can serve as a nonverbal form of communication that increases confidence and promotes self-expression. Read more...

Photo: Fourth-year neuroscience student Isabella Poschl teaches her dance student. Dance can help students grow in confidence and self-expression. (Courtesy of Isabella Poschl)




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