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Three Key Takeaways About Sobriety from The Mayo Lab Podcast
The Mayo Lab Podcast has touched on everything from the rising potency of marijuana to finding purpose as a college student. We compiled three key takeaways about sobriety from The Mayo Lab Podcast to chew on while you’re waiting for Season I to resume this fall.
Former NBA Star Talks Addiction, Recovery at Ole Miss Pavilion
The event drew several hundred people—including Ole Miss students and athletes, local families and K-12 students—to hear Herren talk about his personal journey and encourage others who may be struggling or know someone who is.
Talking About Mental Wellbeing and Substance Misuse with Kids: How Young is Too Young?
Parents and educators increasingly recognize the need for a different conversation about mental health and substance misuse among high schoolers. But why are schools often hesitant to let younger students join the conversation?
Sigma Chi Hosts 5K in Memory of Thomas Mayo
The race, which supported The Thomas Hayes Mayo Lab, ultimately raised over $67,000. It also gave family and friends an opportunity to remember the late Thomas Mayo.
‘A Night With Chris Herren’ Will Share Former NBA Star’s Journey from Addiction to Sobriety
Intended for Good: The Stonewater Council for Youth and The William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing are proud to present “A Night with Chris Herren,” at The Pavilion at Ole Miss on April 25.
Our Girls Are Not Okay—But They Are Reachable. Here Are Six Steps Worried Parents Can Take.
The new CDC statistics are grim: There’s been a huge spike in suicidal thoughts in teenage girls (and boys aren’t doing great either). In a dangerous world, parents need to connect with our teens more than ever.
Zac Clark gives parents nine insights about today’s college experience
It’s never been “easy” to send children off to college. These days, it’s terrifying. Students face a constellation of dangers. The first episode of The Mayo Lab podcast has nine takeaways for parents.
University of Mississippi’s Mayo Lab launches teen mental health podcast
The statistics about America’s youth mental health crisis — which tell of pervasive hopelessness and shocking rates of suicidal ideation — are grim.