UW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

News

School lockdowns are common, but in some kinds of schools more than others

Education Week | October 28, 2026

“The concerns about drills are that they can be traumatic for the kids, depending on how intense they are,” said Keith Hullenaar, PhD.

Feature

Garvey Institute announces first cohort of Chopp Scholars

Department News | October 29, 2026

The Garvey Institute for Brain Health Solutions has selected 10 individuals who will form the first cohort of clinicians in the new Chopp Scholars Program in Behavioral Health Policy. Chopp Policy Scholars will be paired with legislators and other policy mentors to learn about behavioral health policy, to develop practical skills and connections, and to help advance behavioral health policy in Washington state.

Events

Grand Rounds - Seven Directions

November 6 | 12 -1 PM

Dr. Myra Parker from UW PBSCI will provide updates from Seven Directions: A Center for Indigenous Public Health.