Students

Teen Suicide Prevention

Emotional, Physical, or Cyber: Bullying Hurts

I have always disagreed with the popular “sticks and stones” phrase because the memory of painful words can be incredibly destructive to ones self-esteem. I still vividly remember the day my sixth grade crush announced that I was the most unattractive girl in school. I also remember the girl in… Read more »

Lindsay Lohan & The Media’s Take on Suicide

Lindsay Lohan seems to spark controversy with every new thing she does, whether it be another arrest, car accident, or some sort of substance abuse. But her latest stunt is especially appalling and shocking. Last month, she posed in a photoshoot holding guns to her head and mouth. These provocative poses… Read more »

The Emotional Life of Students: An Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Student counselor, Dr. Daniel Zamir, draws upon his experience working at UCLA’s counseling center and discusses common issues university students seek to address. He touches upon a variety of key topics, including relationships, anxiety, body image, depression, sexual identity, and stress reduction. [SlideDeck2 id=13141]

Student Stress, Pressure and Self-Attacks: Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Dr. Daniel Zamir debunks the thought process of “My grades define where I stand as a human being.” He discusses ways to reduce stress amongst students, as well as ways that students can challenge their Critical Inner Voice. Debunking the Thought Process, “My grades define where I stand as a human being.” The following… Read more »

Relationship Issues Students Are Dealing With: Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Dr. Daniel Zamir talks about issues that students face in relationships, both familial and romantic. He also described the highly valued traits of an ideal romantic partner. Relationship Issues for Students (Both Familial and Romantic) The following transcript contains part of an exclusive interview with the Editor of PsychAlive and Dr. Daniel Zamir. Dr…. Read more »

Body Image and Eating Disorders in College Students: Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Dr. Daniel Zamir, former Student Counselor at UCLA, discusses the role of body image issues and eating disorders on college campuses. Body Image and Eating Disorders The following transcript contains part of an exclusive interview with the Editor of PsychAlive and Dr. Daniel Zamir. Dr. Daniel Zamir: I see individual patients who have body image… Read more »

Depression and Anxiety in Student Populations: Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Dr. Daniel Zamir, former Student Counselor at UCLA, addresses the issues of depression and anxiety in the student population. ADDRESSING DEPRESSION IN THE STUDENT POPULATION The following transcript contains part of an exclusive interview with the Editor of PsychAlive and Dr. Daniel Zamir. Dr. Daniel Zamir: I think it’s really individual to the person… Read more »

Counseling at UCLA: Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Dr. Daniel Zamir discusses the treatment model offered at the Counseling Center at the University of California, Los Angeles. He also describes various therapy groups available at UCLA and the importance of students feeling that “You are not the only one.” TREATMENT MODEL OFFERED AT THE UCLA COUNSELING CENTER The following transcript contains part of… Read more »

Common Psychological Issues University Students Seek to Address: Interview with Dr. Daniel Zamir

Dr. Daniel Zamir draws upon his experience as a Student Counselor at UCLA to discuss common concerns of university students, including academic stress, issues regarding sexual identity, being the first family member to go to college, and finding the energy and focus to enjoy the full experience of college. TYPICAL ISSUES UNIVERSITY STUDENTS SEEK TO… Read more »