Department news | June 30, 2021
Margaret Sibley, PhD, received the Early Career Achievement in STEM Award from the Association for Women in Science, Seattle branch. Dr. Sibley was recognized for her achievements in advancing science and contributing to STEM education as well as being an outstanding mentors and leader. Dr. Sibley received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2012 from […]
OSPI | June 29, 2021
Though early results from the COVID-19 Student Survey of Washington middle and high school students show many reported feeling sad or depressed during the pandemic, they also reported a high degree of resilience and optimism. Jason Kilmer, PhD, conducted the survey along with colleagues in the UW Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors. Covered by The Seattle Times, KNKX, KOMO and iFIBER One News.
UW Medicine newsroom | June 29, 2021
A social shift took place during the pandemic. People seem to want to be less busy. Doyanne Darnell, PhD, says she is hearing from many patients that they want to change their lives. Covered by KING 5 and KIRO Radio.
CapRadio-NPR | June 28, 2021
Emily Dworkin, PhD, talks about living with the trauma of sexual assault and how survivors find resources, support and build resilience.
KATU | June 26, 2021
Caleb Banta-Green, PhD, says that a study into use of buprenorphine, a medication treating opioid addiction, shows that it may take several tries for the medication to successfully treat the addiction.
Right as Rain | June 16, 2021
The COVID-19 vaccines are proving to be highly effective, yet people who are fully vaccinated still feel anxious about social interactions. Kristen Lindgren, PhD, explains why you might feel fearful and how to deal with re-entry anxiety.
KIRO 7 | June 15, 2021
Meth-induced psychosis is skyrocketing. Mark Duncan, MD, talks about the severity and frequency of meth addiction as well as the difficulty of getting effective treatment.
UW Medicine newsroom | June 11, 2021
Most people with a serious mental illness like schizophrenia will not obtain adequate care. Many end up in correctional facilities on medication or become homeless. But Sarah Kopelovich, PhD, says “Help is on the way.”
Crosscut | June 11, 2021
State dollars will take mental health services in a new direction with two projects: a psychiatric hospital near Northgate Mall and a proposed behavioral health center at Harborview.
The Seattle Times | June 9, 2021
The Seattle Times will create a two-year reporting project devoted to behavioral and mental health issues funded by Ballmer Group. The dedicated project will have an editor, two reporters and an engagement editor, with support from photography, video and graphics teams. The Seattle Times will have complete editorial control over the project to maintain its […]
