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Anti-racism starts with knowing history

Anti-racism starts with knowing history

Learning about past wrongs can help us better fight racism in the future, says UBC Okanagan’s Dr. Shirley Chau.

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Discussing what comes after a crisis
Mothers experiencing depression can still thrive as parents

Mothers experiencing depression can still thrive as parents

UBCO researcher explores how external supports offset the risks to children’s health posed by maternal depression

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Community connections improve family and child wellbeing

Community connections improve family and child wellbeing

Researchers and Indigenous partners are confirming the strength of community by melding empirical data with lived experience.

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UBC Okanagan experts ready to talk about floods, wildfires
Improving youth mental health

Improving youth mental health

By teasing apart the factors that influence youth to avoid seeking help, Dr. Shelly Ben-David hopes to increase access to integrated health care.

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