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These Open Studio Sessions will be led by the Sound Lab Coordinator Adam Koch. Approximately once a semester Dr. Travis will lead a special topics session. The CREATE Research Lab, led by Dr. Raphael Travis, explores through research and practice how engaging with arts -especially Hip Hop culture- can facilitate healthy development, reduce depression and anxiety, and increase academic development. On the research side, collaborations exist with partners in education, criminal justice, counseling, music therapy, and psychology to help better understand the relationships between creative art engagement and well-being. On the practice side, collaborations exist with a variety of teaching-artists including emcees, singers, producers, beat-makers, and deejays. Five distinct but overlapping dimensions of empowerment anchor practice strategies to improve well-being: esteem, resilience, growth, community, and change. #createlabtxst #healingpowerofhiphop https://www.instagram.com/p/CUqVmi5r_6q/?utm_medium=tumblr

Amazing partners, incredible thought leaders, and real change agents... @2wardequity @sabrinaCMP_ @jbontke #blantonmuseum - Thank you for inviting me to partner with you all! “Free To Be Me” resources at all School levels. Proud to feature the Individual and Community Empowerment Framework within activities @FlowStoryATX @createlabtxst #healingpowerofhiphop #empowerment #CREATELABTXST #antiracisted #MUZUZE https://www.instagram.com/p/CPWRaZdL5XJ/?utm_medium=tumblr

CREATE LAB CONVERSATIONS: GHANA RE-VISITED SAVE THE DATE: THURSDAY APRIL 29TH 12 – 2PM (VIA ZOOM ID: 9798873 4975) Highlighting Student Opportunities for Study Abroad and an In-depth Experience of Ghanaian Music and Culture FEATURING: DR. ROSE PULLIAM AND GHANAIAN HIP HOP ARTIST KWAW KESE #createlabtxst @createlabtxst #createlabconversations #lunchandchill #socialwork #ghana https://www.instagram.com/p/COBlW-iLStE/?igshid=12nwfjg0w3827

CREATE YOUR VOICE MENTAL HEALTH CAMPAIGN: April - September 2021 World Health Day All over the world, some groups struggle to make ends meet with little daily income, have poorer housing conditions and education, fewer employment opportunities, experience greater gender inequality, and have little or no access to safe environments, clean water and air, food security and health services. This leads to unnecessary suffering, avoidable illness, and premature death. And it harms our societies and economies. This is not only unfair: it is preventable. That’s why we are calling on leaders to ensure that everyone has living and working conditions that are conducive to good health. At the same time we urge leaders to monitor health inequities, and to ensure that all people are able to access quality health services when and where they need them. #createyourvoice #createhealthtxst #worldhealthday #createlabtxst https://www.instagram.com/p/CNZJLmbrzXF/?igshid=1jhgearrmnh1q

CREATE YOUR VOICE MENTAL HEALTH CAMPAIGN: April - September 2021 World Health Day All over the world, some groups struggle to make ends meet with little daily income, have poorer housing conditions and education, fewer employment opportunities, experience greater gender inequality, and have little or no access to safe environments, clean water and air, food security and health services. This leads to unnecessary suffering, avoidable illness, and premature death. And it harms our societies and economies. -WHO #createhealthtxst #createyourvoice #createlabtxst https://www.instagram.com/p/CNZH127rZq7/?igshid=1boij6si6z2x5

CREATE YOUR VOICE MENTAL HEALTH CAMPAIGN | APRIL – SEPT 2021 WEEK 1: Youth ages 11-17 are more likely than any other age group to report moderate to severe levels of anxiety and depression (MHA, 2021). Why is this significant? · More likely to lead to chronic adult depression. · Sometimes it is confused with “typical” youth/teenage behavior. · Social stressors have significant correlations with bullying, depression, and suicide. Message to Youth: “It is just as important to take care of your mental health as it is to take care of your physical health. If you are angry, worried or sad, don’t be afraid to talk about your feelings and reach out to a trusted friend or adult” (CDC, 2021). #createyourvoice #createlabtxst #createhealthtxst @ubtxst #txstsocialwork #txstssw RESOURCES https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/ https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/teen-depression/teendepression_20-mh-8089_150205.pdf https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/home/depression-advisor/depression-in-youth-underdiagnosed-and-deadly/ https://www.cdc.gov/childrensmentalhealth/basics.html https://www.instagram.com/p/CNVa9gWrft7/?igshid=kfa1rm1t9m4c

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Create Your Voice In the US, over 1/3 of HS students experienced feeling sad or hopeless for an extended period of time in the prior year (YRBSS, 2019), 46.6% among those identified as female. Since COVID-19, these trends have gotten worse. We know that it can be difficult to talk about it when we do feel sad or stressed or anxious. We also know that connecting with others, expressing what is on your mind, and using your voice creatively can go a long way in feeling and doing better. Because of this we are providing opportunities for you to CREATE YOUR VOICE. The #CREATEYOURVOICE campaign aims to provide youth and young adults opportunities: 1. To learn more about mental health 2. To examine their own well-being 3. To use creative expression to help themselves and others 4. To learn more about the connection between music and well-being Today on International Women’s Day, we recognize that Women’s Mental Health Matters. In the United States, 1 in 5 women has a mental health problem. Barriers to accessing mental health services: About every 1 in 3 woman has been a victim of violence. Women are reluctant to share history of victimization (often because of shame, fear of negative consequences, or re-victimization). Women make 82 cents for every $1 made by men, therefore, may experience economic barriers. About 65% of women are caregivers, they may lack the time or support to seek treatment. Some women may lack awareness about mental health services, treatment options, or related services. Women may still believe the stigma associated with mental illness and be reluctant find help (American Psychiatric Assocation, 2017). Support women. Encourage Help. For help, call 1-800-273-8255 #createyourvoice #createlabtxst https://www.instagram.com/p/CMK9We4ryLO/?igshid=nrr7yp0rr7fg