Finals are coming up soon, and the Wellness Resource Center is here to help reframe stress culture with the #MindfulFinals campaign.
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Dr. Jinni Su presents at the December COBE Connect lunch | Photo by Craig Zirpolo
How Racial Socialization and Microaggressions Impact Drinking
COBE researcher Dr. Jinni Su explores how micro-aggressions, racial socialization, and other aspects of racial identity impact substance use among African-American college students.
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Does Alcohol Education Curb Problem Drinking? Yes, It Does!
COBE researcher Dr. Jinni Su explains how teaching students about their peers’ drinking habits and dispelling misconceptions can decrease their chances of blacking out.
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Dogs on Call Greet Students during #MindfulFinals
Paws for Stress therapy dog events demonstrate how animal therapy and pet ownership positively impact mental health.
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THRIVE students at a Free Ice Water event hosted by artist and educator John D. Freyer | Photo by Craig Zirpolo
COBE Research Helps Freshmen THRIVE
THRIVE is a living-learning community where students experience the latest health and wellness research in action in the classroom and the greater Richmond community.
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Jo Lynne Robins , Ph.D., RN, ANP-BC, CHTP, AHN-C, presents at the November COBE Connect lunch lecture | Photo by Craig Zirpolo
Contemplative Science and The Moving Meditation of Tai Chi
Dr. Jo Robbins from the VCU School of Nursing shares the evolution of her studies on Tai Chi at the Nov. 2017 COBE Connect lunch lecture.
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Dr. Chris Reina presents at the October COBE Connect lunch lecture | Photo by Craig Zirpolo
Using Mindfulness to Create the Next Generation of Great Business Leaders
Dr. Chris Reina presents about three of his recent studies on mindfulness and leadership at the November 2017 COBE Connect lunch lecture.
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How Genes and Environment Influence Prescription Drug Use
This week on the COBE blog, we dig into the Spit for Science data and uncover the genetic and environmental risk factors that influence prescription drug use.
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COBE doctoral student Megan Cooke | Photo by Craig Zirpolo
Eight Key Factors That Predict Drinking Problems in Young Adults
VCU doctoral student and COBE-affiliated researcher Megan Cooke explains how she used Spit for Science data to uncover predictors of first year alcohol use and drinking problems.
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An Introduction to the Contemplative Science and Education Core
COBE offers a new opportunity for VCU students to learn about and experience contemplative practices that promote well-being.
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Active Minds at VCU volunteers at their 2017 Send Silence Packing event in the VCU Student Commons
Involvement in Sports, Clubs, and Student Orgs Can Impact Academic Success
This week, we learn how engaging with a wide range of extracurricular activities is correlated to better academic performance and student experience.
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Eating Disorders and Mental Health with Courtney Simpson
Counseling psychology doctoral student Courtney Simpson discusses her research on eating disorders, obesity, and mental health and how that work informs the INSPIRE program.
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The Psychology of Forgiveness with Dr. Everett Worthington
VCU counseling psychology professor Dr. Everett Worthington explores the psychology of forgiveness and the relationship between empathy and humility, health and justice.
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The History of Spit for Science and COBE with Dr. Danielle Dick
Dr. Danielle Dick recounts her 20+ year career studying substance use and mental health outcomes in adolescents, the creation of Spit for Science and the importance of translating research with COBE.
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Relationships and Substance Use with Dr. Jessica Salvatore
COBE researcher Dr. Jessica Salvatore explains how shared genetic and environmental influences impact both relationships and substance use and how she translated that work into a college course.
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Using Technology to Support Recovery with Daniela Tudor
Daniela Tudor discusses her journey through recovery and the creation of WeConnect, an application that aims to overcome relapse through accountability and peer support.
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Public Health and #MindfulFinals with Trisha Saunders
Associate Director of the Well at VCU Trisha Saunders discusses her career in counseling, advocacy, and education and the new #MindfulFinals campaign.
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Anxiety, Stress, and On-Campus Support Services with Jessica Bourdon
VIPBG graduate student Jessica Bourdon explains her research on behavioral inhibition and anxiety in pre-adolescents and how students utilize support services on campus.
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Meet COBE: The College Behavioral and Emotional Health Institute
An overview introducing the VCU community to COBE, the College Behavioral and Emotional Health Insitute, and their work across campus.
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Mindfulness and Leadership with Dr. Chris Reina
VCU associate professor and COBE researcher Dr. Chris Reina explores the intersection of mindfulness, leadership, and emotional well-being and how those topics relate to productivity and positive work environments.
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