Introduction to Meditation
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In this episode of "Any Questions", Demi (she/they) and Jerry (he/him) discuss meditation - their relationship with the practice, how it benefits them as college students, and meditation's connection to wellness. They also chat with Sarah Wilson (she/her), the Director of the University Health Center's Meditation Program, about the many different styles of meditation offered to UMD students! To learn more about the Health Center's Meditation Program, visit health.umd.edu/meditation. Happy listening!
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Gender Affirming Health Services
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Welcome to Season 6 of "Any Questions?"! In this episode, Demi (she/they) and Jerry (he/him) are joined by Luca Rodriguez (he/they) to discuss accessing gender affirming care at the University Health Center, along with other resources across campus to support transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming students. The University Health Center is proud to be the second-ever college health center to receive the designation as a Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights campaign, and remains committed to continual education and growth as the needs and desires of our student...
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Prescription Stimulant Misuse
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In this episode of the UHC Peer podcast, “Any Questions?”, Demi and Jerry dive into how prescription stimulant misuse (i.e. Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse) impacts students’ personal and academic wellness. Listen on Spotify, Google Play, or listen online and get a transcript of the episode at .
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STIs and Stigma
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Sexually transmitted infections, also known as STIs, are prevalent among young adults - in fact, almost half of the total STI diagnoses in the United States were from people in the 15-24 age group! STIs are also often mild, often curable, and always manageable, especially when they are detected early. So, if STIs are so common among college students, and they're so easy to treat, why do they still seem like such a big deal? In this episode of "Any Questions", join Demi and Jerry for a candid conversation about STIs, and more specifically, how the stigma surrounding STIs can impact...
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Disability Justice
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Join Ashlyn and Breannah as they begin to apply the lens of disability justice to our own campus here at the University of Maryland! Through exploring the how the guidelines set by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) plays out in practice, Ashlyn and Breannah discuss how accessibility versus usability impact the wellness of students with disabilities on campus, as well as resources at UMD to support students with disabilities during their college experience. Transcripts are available for each episode of "Any Questions?" at
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Cannabis Harm Reduction
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In this episode of "Any Questions", Breannah and Ashlyn dive into cannabis use - specifically, how those who choose to engage in cannabis use can use harm reduction strategies to reduce the risks associated with using cannabis. Join them to bust some myths, learn about laws and policies regulating cannabis use, learn some helpful safety tips, and discover the resources available to you at the Health Center for support! Note: The University Health Center cares about your wellbeing, and as part of the University of Maryland, we do not condone illicit substance use of any kind. That...
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The Evolution of Body Image
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Our relationship with body image can be complicated. Join Breannah and Leah as we unpack the true origins of the body image movement, discuss how body image movement has evolved over time, and explore how to move the body image conversation forward in a more inclusive and culturally informed way. We also chat with our friend Jane Jakubczak, the University Health Center's Registered Dietician, about the concept of "intuitive eating", and share some resources on the University of Maryland campus to support your body's wellness!
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Swiping While Queer
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In the age of COVID-19, more people are using online dating apps to connect with others for friendship, love, and sex, including people in the LGBTQ+ community. In this episode of "Any Questions?", join Ashlyn and Daniela as we discuss the experience of using dating apps as a queer person. We break down the pros and cons of four popular dating apps, discuss harm reduction tips for connecting with people you meet online, and discuss other ways to find queer community at the University of Maryland!
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Real Talk about Self Care (LIVE)
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Face masks and bubble baths may be the standard for self care we see on social media, but there is no one-size-fits-all approach to self care - and it should never drain your wallet. In this episode of "Any Questions?", Ashlyn and Daniela went LIVE on Facebook to share our own self care journeys, examine how influencer culture distorts our understanding of what self care actually looks like, and how to explore what self care strategies feel right for you!
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Any Questions? | Difficult Conversations
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“...Somebody says something that makes you uncomfortable, that’s problematic and you don’t know how to respond.” Discover how to talk about hard questions with Maiu and Arielle as they prepare you for the upcoming holidays with family and old friends. Listen as they share their own stories to help you figure out how to navigate problematic language.
info_outlineIn this episode of "Any Questions", Breannah and Ashlyn dive into cannabis use - specifically, how those who choose to engage in cannabis use can use harm reduction strategies to reduce the risks associated with using cannabis. Join them to bust some myths, learn about laws and policies regulating cannabis use, learn some helpful safety tips, and discover the resources available to you at the Health Center for support!
Note: The University Health Center cares about your wellbeing, and as part of the University of Maryland, we do not condone illicit substance use of any kind. That said, for those who choose to use cannabis, we care about giving you the knowledge, skills, and resources to keep yourself safer when using, and providing you support when you need it, without judgement.