Jonathan Flint, genetics expert and DGC Executive Committee member, traveled with UCLA Chancellor Gene Block to sites like London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Geneva, Singapore, Bangkok, Taipei, Tokyo and Seoul.
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Forbes, STAT, TheFix.com, MedShadow, The Standard, Yahoo News and Tech Xplore feature quotes from Michelle Craske, PhD, co-director of the Depression Grand Challenge, about virtual reality as a treatment for anhedonia — an often overlooked symptom of depression that reflects a lack of ability to feel pleasure and joy.
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An Associated Press article highlighted how universities and companies across the nation — including UCLA — are developing smartphone technology to detect early signs of depression in younger generations.
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The University Network, a global media company for college students, featured the UCLA Depression Grand Challenge in the article “You’re Not Alone: Mental Illness Is Widespread At Universities.”
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In an August 8, 2018 LA Times article, UCLA/IMG sportscaster Josh Lewin publicly expressed interest in partnering with the UCLA Depression Grand Challenge as he launched his new website focused on mental health: https://www.okaytogether.com/. Lewin initiated his website in order to reduce the stigma associated with depression and anxiety, and let others realize they are not alone in their struggle.
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In the article, “Record Numbers of College Students Are Seeking Treatment for Depression and Anxiety — But Schools Can’t Keep Up,” TIME showcases creative college campus approaches to addressing the ever-increasing student demand for mental health services. TIME featured university strategies include implementing digital counseling services, increasing funding to preexisting services, and upping the number of staff within counseling departments.
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In a recent article featured by UCLA Newsroom, Chancellor Block described his personal interest in neuroscience and the amount that is still unknown.
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