mental health

By CALA ALI If Julia Sharron had known about the B.C. Hearing Voices Network, she might have considered using it to find a solution to her hallucinations. Sharron, a former Langara psychology student, said that last year she…

By Clarissa Kurniawan Mental health-related stigma is harmful and can lead to a range of negative outcomes, including social isolation. Men can be affected by such stigma and they may avoid seeking help over fear of losing…

By Erin Conners Students wanting to tackle their cluttered living spaces should forget about perfection and focus on what works for them, experts say. Khaled Bayyari, a first-year business student diagnosed with attention deficit…

Students struggling with depression question if Covid-19 is to blame

As mental health issues are becoming more common among young adults, and have become even worse during the pandemic, Langara College students are turning to the school’s free counselling sessions. But the quantity and in some cases the…

Reported by Caroline Egan, Christi Walter and Veronika Khvoro   B.C. post-secondary students appear to be experiencing more mental health and addiction issues related to isolation and stress during the pandemic. A national survey from…

As B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced that universities and colleges will be returning to in-person learning in the fall, students are anxiously wondering what that will look like. With questions around…

By Alex Antrobus With Premier John Horgan hinting this spring will mark the last time B.C. observes Daylight Savings Time, British Columbians will need to revisit an issue that experts are divided on: whether our mornings or evenings…

By Meg McLachlan Post-secondary students across the Lower Mainland say they are experiencing an increased level of burnout this year because of COVID-19. Since classes have moved online, more students are suffering from burnout…

 By Charlie Carey Langara College is currently solidifying its 2025 Strategic Plan, which will aim to provide “effective emotional, physical, and mental well-being supports” for students and employees. The college has said it is…