All in on college mental health, mental performance, and maxing personal development for college students. Host Dr. Joel Ingersoll brings 20+ year of counseling, advising, coaching and mentoring thousands of college students. Geared toward college students and parents Dr. Joel’s episodes increase mental health awareness, challenge stigma and provide actionable steps to optimize mental health and peak performance during the college semester. The podcast is a result of Dr. Joel’s relentless mi ...
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5 Key Mindset Skills for Athletes & Students
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What does it take to sustain performance (athletic, academic, leadership)? Scan the internet for words of wisdom and you'll come across dozens of suggestions. In this episode (and her last as an intern for now), co-host Sarah Policano details her top 5 mindset skills - keys for development as an athlete and student at Bucknell University. We detail…
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Body Image: Recognizing Signs & Troubleshooting
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Body image is a top concern among mental health professionals working with adolescents and young adults. We dig into the range of challenges among students and student athletes susceptible to distorted body image, the domino effect with other eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia), psychological health and performance. Other related topics include th…
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Keys to Becoming Coachable - and Unstoppable
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Are you coachable? Talented high school and college athletes are in full swing practice mode as the fall semester and sports season quickly approaches. For any student, student-athlete, performer, or professional who aspires toward excellent performance in whatever their chosen endeavor a massive question looms: "Are you coachable?" Seems like the …
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While athletes and students strive for excellence, many experience psychological distress when pressure to perform intensifies. This occurs too often in athletes and students, especially when they land in a narrow view of defining "success." We dig into the common metrics students and athletes use to define success and the range of mental health ef…
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The Psychological Impact of Recovering from Sports Injuries
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Athletes encounter a host of psychological hurdles when recovering from injury. In this episode we dig into the challenges of coping mentally during recovery, decisions to re-commit to playing, awareness cues for realistic expectations, trusting our body to perform again, and the risks when athletes choose/are told they can no longer play. I have w…
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Big Risks of Social Media on Personal Development
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In this episode we dig into the pros and cons of social media on student and student-athlete development. Key areas like self-concept, self-confidence, body image, professional readiness, and relationship building, and intimacy are highlighted. Targeted action steps for students to develop “healthy” engagement with social media apps at a critical t…
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Response to failure (perceived or real) is a critical skill for developing athletes & students. A lack of this skill has significant implications on self-confidence, mental health challenges (depression, anxiety, substance use), and general enjoyment of the activity. We dive into the normalcy of failure and highlight how it is a necessary experienc…
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Stress, Student-Athletes & Peak Performance
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Life is an ongoing sparring match with stress. The mental and physical implications of ignoring stress are massive. In this episode we dig into performance and chronic stress among student athletes and college students, highlighting the health (mental and physical) risks if ignored. We also explain the nature of stress, what cues to look for, and a…
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Student-Athletes Making the Leap from High School to College Sports.
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The jump from high school to college for a student-athlete carries many new challenges. Athletic, academic, and psychological hurdles loom large - even for the most gifted, successful high school athletes. In this episode we dive into those challenges, highlight the importance of prioritizing mental health, and the vast resources for student-athlet…
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College relationships have huge mental health implications. Toxic relationships can implode a college semester, including academic performance, mental health, and key areas of personal development. In this episode we dive into signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships, including those long distance relationship challenges that affect a college e…
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Suicide and self-harm are among the most uncomfortable discussion topics- yet incredibly necessary as critical mental health topics. Statistics are alarming - particularly among college students where on average 1,100 college students commit suicide each year. In this episode we discuss the often avoided conversations around suicide and self-harm i…
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This episode highlights 5 critical “To-dos” this fall to maximize mental health self-care. The trend, especially among students, is when stress increases, self-care actions decrease in frequency leading to risk of increases in stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. Too often students lean on coping strategies - more booze, more weed, more meds -…
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August hits and the college packing starts! How many trips have you made to Target, Bed-Bath & Beyond, let alone opened countless Amazon boxes? In the upcoming weeks car trunks will be packed with college “necessities.” In this episode we dial in on 5 words to pack in addition to all the physical stuff. These are simple, useful words to maintain a …
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Rather forget a bad spring semester? Most of us have been there and our response to a subpar semester is critical. In this episode we highlight common areas of challenge and what holds college students back from creating change to their approach to success. We also walk through easy do-it-now tips to get students on the path to an awesome fall seme…
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Many challenges await first year college student athletes. In this episode we discuss college athletes adjusting to new schedules, team dynamics, and more athletic talent and other challenges to the psychological adjustment to college sports. While mental health awareness is increasing there continues to be stigma around athletes seeking mental hea…
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Internships for college students come in all forms. Some great, some suck, and many were unavailable. Believe it, there are huge takeaways from bad internships. We talk through the range of internship experiences and give key tips on how to make the best out of the worst internship experiences and how to create your own AMAZING internship experienc…
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In this episode we tackle key summer habits for college students to develop for success in the Fall 2022 semester. Most college kids make promises to initiate change when they get back to school. Key insights on why this is counterproductive are highlighted as well as simple strategies to get started now! Have feedback, topics or questions, send to…
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In this episode we dive into one of the more challenging experiences for college students when they are confronted by rejection. Whether from a social group, internship, or job opportunities the psychological impact is stressful and it’s critical that students learn to pivot from rejection and thrive. Episode Notes1:04 : Introduction2:34 : Acceptan…
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Social anxiety is one of the most common challenges among college students. An experience that shows up in many places and has great impact on a college experience. In this episode we dial in on the range of social anxiety experiences college students encounter, methods to learn to cope, and campus resources to check out. Email us your questions! m…
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“Do I play or do I just go?” Challenging choices for student-athletes.
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Student-athletes have unique challenges in college and are often in the unfamiliar place of making stressful decisions. In this episode we highlight the range of challenges for student-athletes, from those in high school deciding whether to continue playing to those who have suffered career ending injuries. Email us your questions at: mentalhealthu…
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Recovering from midterms is a tough challenge. Bad performance too often leads to self-doubt, avoidance, and lost opportunities to develop effective response skills. In this episode we tackle the challenges of recovery from midterm disasters and how to set up for a strong semester finish. 1:10 Intro1:50: Recovery from midterm performance2:55: Self-…
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The Ukraine Crisis: Student Stress Reactions & Coping
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The tragic events in the Ukraine has college students concerned, anxious, and carrying significant stress. In this episode we highlight the impact of these events and how levels of anxiety and stress increase and often maintained when our mind are filled with uncertainty. Listen in for tips on how to recognize these moments and utilize coping strat…
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It’s midterm season! Ever meet up with a case of test anxiety even when you were prepared for an exam? Worst! In this episode we discuss the common challenges connected to test anxiety - and extend it to other areas of performance anxiety (presentations, sports, theater). Learn approaches to develop to help minimize anxiety in pressure moments and …
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Self-motivation is a critical Emotional Intelligence skill to develop, yet challenges so many college and high school students. This time of year is especially difficult when most people start to cave on their New Year resolutions and fall back into old patterns. Same goes for students. In this episode we target common motivational challenges: When…
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Winter Depression & How to be an Efficient Bystander
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This week we discuss the causes of winter depression and how to fuel your body and mind while in the midst of a depressive episode. We also go over how to be an effective bystander while trying to help a friend in need of mental health support.
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Dr. Joel & Co-host Libby Gilliland tackle how to keep your new years resolutions while getting back in the swing of college life. In this episode, we discuss finding accountability partners you can trust and more tips on staying motivated this semester.
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Emotional Intelligence: The Key Skills for Success
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Dr. Joel & co-host Mia Fusillo dive into Emotional Intelligence skills, importance of prioritizing EI development as students and leaders, how to spot opportunities for development and risks of minimizing their importance.
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Dr. Joel & co-host Mia Fusillo dig into self-esteem and highlight influencing factors, relationship with anxiety & depression, challenges of real self versus ideal self, and the risks of relying on social media for self-value.
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Dr. Joel & co-host Mia Fusillo tackle the challenges of getting re-connected with good lifestyle habits, why it’s critical to start with simple steps now, understanding social anxiety, and defining closure in life experiences and relationships.
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Mental Health Awareness: Helping friends with mental health challenges
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Dr. Joel & Co-host Mia Fusillo tackle how to best help friends struggling with mental health challenges, when to set boundaries to avoid being held emotionally hostage, and differences between empathy versus sympathy.
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Anxiety & Kids: Review of the movie “Angst”
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Dr. Joel & co-host Mia Fusillo review the movie “Angst” & discuss important takeaway insights, tips, and resources for kids experiencing anxiety. The film helps to raise awareness about anxiety among adolescents and highlights stories from some amazing, resilient kids and families.
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Tackling Anxiety: Types, challenges, & lifestyle tips
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In this episode Dr. Joel & Mia discuss challenges of anxiety, identify different types, signs to get help, how anxiety is connected to depression, lifestyle tips, & what to look for in accessing mental health resources.
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Getting to Therapy Part 2: The Ins & Outs of College Mental Health
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Part 2 of 2: In this episode Dr. Joel & Mia discuss mental health stigma on college campuses, how to access therapy as a college student, trends of college mental health services, common student challenges, and advice on how to help friends on campus.
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Getting to Therapy I: Tackling Stigma, Taking Steps to Going & Huge Benefits
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Part 1 of 2: In this episode Dr. Joel & Mia tackle the stigma connected to mental health treatment, the real experience of therapy and reasons why people go, why people steer away from the topic of “suicide,” and the wide range of benefits to participating in therapy.
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Making College Decisions Amid Coronavirus Concerns.
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Co-host MIa Fusillo introduces 2 seniors from New Providence High School (Caroline Hall, Paige Spoerl) who announce their college choices. The students discuss reasons for choosing their colleges, challenges about making a college choice amid the coronavirus restrictions, expectations for a fall semester, tips for staying productive and focused, an…
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Students Coping With Quarantine: Get After Your Mental Health
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In this episode meet student intern & co-host Mia Fusillo. We take a deep dive into understanding students perspective on stressors, FOMO, online learning, tips for time management, prioritizing mental health, and developing career skills from home.
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College Student Challenge #3: How to Build a College Success Team
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Dr. Joel discusses the challenge for students to build a success team, identifies the critical skills kids need but are never formally taught or graded on, and the career risks to students if they neglect to develop them!
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College Student Challenge #2: Failing first tests, papers and how to recover.
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What happened to my kid who did well in high school? Why are they struggling in college? It’s more common than many people think! Join Dr. Joel highlighting the common challenge of academic struggle among college students, the psychological impact, and the key skill to recover! For more information check out: www.drjoelingersoll.com…
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College Student Challenge #1: When fantasy meets reality
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Dr. Joel highlights 5 challenges to first year college students during a parent program. Tune in for Challenge #1 and learn tips on to recognize it and how to help! For more check out: www.drjoelingersoll.com
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5 Parent Insights Into What High School Juniors & Seniors Are Asking About College
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Dr. Joel responds to questions from high school juniors and seniors about college adjustment. Dr. Joel covers topics like taking a leave of absence, challenges of choosing the right major, how to maintain lifestyle balance, goal setting and more.
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Help Your Kid On These 5 Unexpected Personal Tests!
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Kids get tested in many academic areas. We often overlook skills that they are tested on BUT do not receive grades, especially when they transition from middle to high school, high school to college, or college to career. Join Dr. Joel as he highlights 5 areas and coaches parents on how to help!
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5 Hidden Anxiety Signs You Are Seeing From Your High School Senior
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Dr. Joel highlights for parents the 5 common, hidden signals of anxiety for college bound high school seniors. These occur especially this time of year when college choices are looming. Learn how to spot them and the importance of what lies behind these observations that usually make parents nuts!
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Why Students Should Reduce Stress When Picking A College Major
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Take the short Quiz! Join Dr. Joel and learn about how students can minimize anxiety and stress over picking a college major. Tips & insights for parents, high school and college students. Learn what happens when the fantasy about college life meets reality and the common challenges that occur.
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How To CRUSH Reading Challenges In High School & College!
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Dr. Joel interviews College Reading Specialist Susan Auger (MA) who provides awesome insight and tips on academic and reading resources on college campuses, common challenges for first year college students, how high school juniors and seniors can prep now for the reading demands in college, and how parents can create a “House Filled With Literacy”…
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Psychologist & Master Coach Dr. Joel Ingersoll talks challenges and success tips for responding to a bad semester. Learn key strategies to implement NOW, before next semester starts!
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