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UTEP Students Embrace Mental Wellness with 'Take a Break Tuesdays'

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At UTEP, Occupational Therapy doctoral students are benefiting from a new initiative called 'Take a Break Tuesdays,' designed to promote mental health and wellness. Spearheaded by professors who fund the program themselves, students engage in fun activities such as painting, cooking, and pottery to relieve stress. Dr. Stephanie Capshaw emphasizes the importance of self-care for future health professionals, highlighting that managing stress is crucial to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue. The program aims to foster a supportive community among students, and there are hopes for its expansion to other departments at UTEP.

Key Details: • Program is voluntary and funded by professors out of pocket. • Activities include painting, Loteria, cooking, and pottery. • Focus on mental health is crucial for future health professionals. • Dr. Capshaw encourages other departments to adopt similar initiatives.

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