Mental health awareness and training available

July 28, 2021

Mental health affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make healthy choices. Mental health can change over time and can at times need some understanding and realignment.

Deer Oaks is UA’s employee assistance program. If you would like to learn more about what your EAP can do for you, please register here to attend a 30-minute EAP refresher webinar on Thursday, July 29, from 10-10:30 a.m.

The following Deer Oaks trainings were held in May during Mental Health Awareness Month. To view recordings of the trainings, please use the links provided below or visit myUA .

How to effectively manage our thoughts and emotions

We all have intense or negative thoughts and emotions at times. If we don’t manage them well, they can interfere with our peace of mind and enjoyment of life. This important session discusses strategies for improving your self-talk and emotional self-management skills to brighten our moods and enhance our ability to communicate effectively with others.

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How to live a mentally healthy life in the 21st century

This important session covers some of the core strategies that can help individuals to live the lives that are mentally healthy, enjoyable and productive. These strategies include how to maintain a positive attitude, enhance emotional intelligence and maximize personal resilience.

Recording link

For more information, email Tasha Leach at tmevans@alaska.edu.