Video conferencing, telehealth help maintain critical connections The University of Rhode Island Psychological Consultation Center and Couple and Family Therapy Clinic continue to serve their clients despite the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a vital, virtual connection to those dealing with mental health challenges. The coronavirus pandemic has affected most every segment of society, causing people to […]

‘Keeping It Together’ program allows two free telehealth video or phone sessions The University of Rhode Island Couple and Family Therapy Clinic, part of the College of Health Sciences, is offering special support for parents, children, adolescents, couples and individuals facing the challenges of adjusting to the demands brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. The […]

Program combines multiple educational departments within the College Health and health care are constantly evolving disciplines requiring highly trained, critical thinkers to solve some of society’s most important health-related problems. The College of Health Sciences is expanding its interdisciplinary approach to health care, bringing multiple departments together to offer a new Ph.D. program in Health […]

College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their story to patrickluce@uri.edu. My name is Maddie O’Neill and I […]

College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their information to patrickluce@uri.edu. We are offering our monthly Early Childhood […]

College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their story to patrickluce@uri.edu. Department of Health Studies student Shannon O’Rourke […]

Online webinars hosted by Phyllis Penhallow run each Wednesday evening The University of Rhode Island’s Department of Human Development and Family Science is offering open remote support seminars via Webex for local parents with children between the ages of birth through five.  The seminars aim to address the many issues that arise for parents who […]

Are you an early childhood educator separated from your class due to COVID-19 closures? The experts at the URI Child Development Centers have put together a tip sheet on how to stay in touch with children and families. Quick tips for continued engagement with children and families: Create a family communication and engagement plan specific […]

During these trying times when most of us are stuck at home, it can be easy to fall into unhealthy habits like spending the day on the couch. It is important to make staying active at home a priority!  Exercise is associated with improved immune functioning and reducing stress. Simply put, especially in these times, […]

By Maya Vadiveloo For many, it has been challenging to cope with a world that has changed dramatically overnight. While there is only so much we can each do to keep ourselves and loved ones safe during this time beyond washing our hands and keeping our physical distance, taking time to nourish our bodies can […]