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JHU Student Health Survey

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Dear Student: As part of a university wide survey initiative, JHU Student Health & Well-being is inviting all degree-seeking students to participate in the National College Health Assessment (NCHA) sponsored and distributed by the American College Health Association (ACHA). All visits are confidential.

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When Disaster Strikes: Supporting Students’ Mental Health in Extreme Weather Events

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Disconnection and increased isolation Natural disasters can lead to isolation due to physical displacement, loss of communication, or breakdown of social connections. This disconnection can intensify feelings of loneliness, making it harder for students to access their usual support systems and mental health resources.

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Supporting our community affected by tragic loss

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team : To initiate an in-person mobile crisis response for yourself or someone you are concerned about, call the Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team (BHCST) access line at 410-516-9355, available 24/7, 365 days a year. Please continue to keep yourselves and each other safe.

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Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Care in College Sports

Timely MD

However, these difficulties are often neglected for the sake of a student-athlete’s “mental toughness.” Only 47% of student-athletes reported feeling comfortable personally seeking support from a mental health provider. Unfortunately, only half of student-athletes believe their athletics department is prioritizing mental health.

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Expanding the Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team to East Baltimore

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

with 24-hour support available by phone through the Access Line. To reach the BHCST, you can call the Access Line at 410-516-WELL (9355). During this pilot phase , which will run through the end of 2023, BHCST clinicians will be available for mobile crisis response on our East Baltimore campus Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.,

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How to promote healing with physical trauma-informed practices

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

If you are participating in any activities, like swimming, kayaking, climbing, or yoga, make sure that it is a practice where the space is open for you to communicate what you’re feeling and gives you the space to take a step back if you’re uncomfortable. How do you ensure your classes are accessible to those who have experienced trauma?

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Updated vaccine requirements

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

To ensure that the influenza vaccine is accessible to our affiliates, we will continue to offer on-campus clinics next fall. All JHU faculty, staff, and students can also get the flu vaccination for free with their health insurance from a local pharmacy or a primary care physician.