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Exercise As A Tool For Treating Anxiety And Depression, Lizzi Hahn Jan 2021

Exercise As A Tool For Treating Anxiety And Depression, Lizzi Hahn

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

In addition to its important role in the maintenance of physical health, exercise has been shown to have numerous benefits for mental health. Recent studies indicate that even brief engagement in physical activity can make a positive impact on the treatment of pre-existing anxiety and depression - as well as the prevention of future symptoms. Despite this relationship between exercise and emotional wellness, regular activity in the United States is still exceedingly low, and exercise remains an underused tool by healthcare providers in the treatment of their patients’ anxiety and depression. The goal of this project was to assess patient …


Learning Empowerment & Advocacy Together: A School-Based Youth Empowerment Program, Sheridan Finnie Jan 2021

Learning Empowerment & Advocacy Together: A School-Based Youth Empowerment Program, Sheridan Finnie

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

LEAT is a virtual skills building leadership group for female identifying high school age students grades 9-12. Program objectives are to empower youth to develop their sense of self esteem, identity and to develop leadership skills to be active leaders in their community. Due to the impact of COVID-19 on youth, opportunities to build community and engage in skill building activities are lacking and this group aims to fill that gap.


Mental Health Technology During The Era Of Covid-19, Michael Tabet Jan 2021

Mental Health Technology During The Era Of Covid-19, Michael Tabet

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

Mental health symptoms - especially those of depression and anxiety - have become more prevalent during the COVID pandemic. As seen in previous years, direct and indirect costs of depression can be staggering. Apps exist on smart devices that are based in evidence-based practices that can be therapeutic for mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia. A simple handout with some suggested popular mental health apps and accompanying descriptions was created to be used in the CVPH Family Medicine clinic to increase awareness of these apps among patients suffering from depression, anxiety, and insomnia.


Tailored Sexual Orientation And Gender Identity (Sogi) Education: Assessing Network Needs Through A Survey Of Knowledge And Attitudes, Luke M. Higgins Jan 2021

Tailored Sexual Orientation And Gender Identity (Sogi) Education: Assessing Network Needs Through A Survey Of Knowledge And Attitudes, Luke M. Higgins

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

No abstract provided.


Assessing Perspectives And Targeting Education About The Covid-19 Vaccine Within The Hudson Headwaters Health Network, Malla K. Keefe Jan 2021

Assessing Perspectives And Targeting Education About The Covid-19 Vaccine Within The Hudson Headwaters Health Network, Malla K. Keefe

Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects

No abstract provided.