Campus Resources
This is the on campus counseling service center and the director
This can be characterized by having highs and lows
In 2007, this famous 25-year old popstar suffered from an anxiety attack which led to a shaved head
Result of traumatic events, such as military combat, assault, an accident or a natural disaster
This is an on-campus organization committed to ensuring that Spelman women and the community know how to build and maintain healthy lifestyles for today and tomorrow
characterized as having a delay in language development, may have sensory problems, and problems expressing emotion
In 2012, this popular child star turned actress suffered from both Bipolarism and Schizophrenia which led to public outbursts on Twitter
An emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.
Your friend has low self-esteem overly linked to body image, feelings of being out of control, feeling guilty or shameful about eating and withdrawal from friends and family.
Bulimia
In 2011, this singer was 18 years old and was diagnosed with Bipolarism. Today, she still suffers from eating disorders: binging and purging, but is a mental health advocate.
Demi Lovato
Difficulty remembering important information about one’s self.
Symptoms Include: loss of memory from abuse, or more rarely, information about identity and life history.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Anxiety Hotline, and the Crisis Hotline
Can have difficulty processing information quickly and may struggle to follow directions
This famous sports’ icon suffered from depression as a result of an injury and surgery due to pulmonary embolism. The disorder manifested during her stint on the sidelines
Characterized as disruptions to a person’s thoughts and perceptions that make it difficult for them to recognize what is real and what isn’t. More of symptom than a disorder
Name three of the mental health resources offered by Spelman College’s Macvicar Counseling Center
Can be characterized by excessive acts that may provide temporary relief and intrusive thoughts or impulses that repeatedly occur
This 29 year old actor committed suicide after being diagnosed with bipolarism in his teenage years while filming a popular Disney show. He was best known for his role on Rizzoli and Isles
Mental health disorder that impacts the way you think and feel about yourself and others, causing problems functioning in everyday life. Symptoms/Signs include: mood swings and display uncertainty about how they see themselves and their role in the world.