UBCO researcher discusses the good, and bad, of living connected
Even though much of Canada is loosening stay-at-home restrictions, people are realizing that social distancing and working from home is the new normal. And might be for some time.
Exploring therapeutic uses of medicinal cannabis
SOMETIMES SCIENCE leads to discoveries that change society. Sometimes societal […]
Free mental health support available to all BC residents
All British Columbians now have access to free, psychological first-aid thanks to a collaboration between UBC Okanagan, the BC Psychological Association, and the province.
UBCO teams up with psychologists and nurses to support health care workers
All of BC’s frontline health care workers can now access online support services to help them cope with the psychological effects of managing the COVID-19 outbreak.
UBC mental health experts: Bell “Let’s Talk” day
Almost 10 years ago, Bell launched “Let’s Talk”, an initiative to promote awareness and positive change in the mental health of Canadians.
UBC happiness expert gives tips for a more joyous holiday
New research from UBC’s Okanagan campus has developed a innovative model to map the impact of trauma on a pregnant woman and her uterus if she were involved in an accident—with the hopes of making everything from airbags to seatbelts safer for all.
Raising children in the age of screen time
Technology is everywhere—including on the minds of parents and caregivers who are struggling to balance screen time with other activities for their young children.
UBCO collaboration with RCMP recognizes importance of reporting child abuse
A special working relationship between a UBC grad student, the RCMP and the Kelowna Child Advocacy Centre may lead to enhanced support and faster treatment for victims of child abuse.
Defying the odds
Two students who have the extra challenge of being sight-impaired will cross the stage at UBC Okanagan’s convocation ceremony on Thursday to receive their Bachelor of Arts degrees in psychology.
‘Ecstasy’ shows promise for post-traumatic stress treatment
An international study involving researchers from UBC Okanagan has shown that MDMA, also known as ecstasy, may be a valuable tool for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).