Events

Feb 19 Webinar: Don’t Let Taxes Stress You

Posted: January 28, 2026

Prepare for the tax season by discovering tools to off-load the stress. Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 12 p.m., join our free webinar to learn essential strategies that help make your taxes a success. Register now.

Jan 22 Webinar: Diet and Well-Being

Posted: December 4, 2025

Curious about the impact of food on emotional well-being? Watch the recording of our January webinar! On January 22, 2026, 12–1 p.m., Dr. Deanna Kelly connected diet with brain function, mood regulation, and overall emotional well-being.

Oct 14 Mindfulness in Motion: Stress Relief on the Go for Healthcare Professionals

Posted: September 16, 2025

On October 14, 2025, 12–1pm, attend the free webinar “Mindfulness in Motion: Stress Relief on the Go for Healthcare Professionals.” Speakers Malika Curry (LCPC, EAP Manager) and Kara Stevens (MS, RN, NE-BC Director of Wellness, UMMC) will explain the science behind mindfulness, explore tools to manage stress and foster resilience, and identify techniques you can […]

June 25 Reclaiming Rest: Sleep Health for Healthcare Workers

Posted: June 3, 2025

Video Recording A video recording of this webinar is available for you to watch.

Facebook Can Make Users Feel Worse

Published August 21, 2013

A University of Michigan study found that time spent on Facebook could decrease a person’s mood. Other studies have found that increased envy can occur while reading other people’s Facebook pages. On the other hand, a study at the University of Wisconsin found that Facebook users could increase their self-esteem. In general, it seems that Facebook use, within which many activities take place, can have different effects on different people. Thus, it is important for users to be aware of their own responses as they use Facebook, monitor their moods and change behavior as needed.

If you think talking with someone would help you, call the EAP at 8-5860 and schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor

Posted in Mental health education