Bridget Yu | Suicide is an issue; let’s talk about it

Columnist Bridget Yu encourages us to open up the dialogue regarding suicide more and refrain from taking the subject lightly. 

Bridget Yu | Stop using mental health as an excuse to party

Columnist Bridget Yu urges Penn students examine why they are partying during the pandemic and urges them to address their mental health in ways that are not hazardous to their peers.

Bridget Yu | When did alone time become so unappealing?

If there’s one thing we should learn from the pandemic, it’s that alone time should be more appreciated.

Bridget Yu | Stop normalizing burnout at Penn

Feeling overwhelmed is all too common, but it should no longer be an inherent part of the college experience.

Bridget Yu | Parents can gaslight you, too

As a supposedly independent college student, dealing with a toxic or abusive parent brings me back to my childhood and high school days. 

Bridget Yu | This fall, hold your peers accountable

What matters now is that as students, we focus our energy on holding ourselves and our peers accountable to health protocols and procedures, averting one another from acting carelessly and selfishly amid rising case counts.

Bridget Yu | When home is no longer a safe haven

Contrary to popular belief, violence isn’t always physical. It encompasses the emotional, mental, sexual, and physical realms. 

Bridget Yu | OCD is not a personality quirk

Having OCD does not equate to perfectionism, cleanliness, tidiness, or prudence — despite widespread media portrayal and cultural notions.

Bridget Yu | Don’t take a gap year during the pandemic

Don’t take a gap year out of fear or discomfort with the chaotic state of the world. It’s our new normal and will continue to be in the foreseeable future. 

Bridget Yu | The reality of eating disorders during quarantine

It’s important that we discuss the reality of eating disorders during quarantine, along with specific, concrete approaches to best support our loved ones. Here are seven tips.

Bridget Yu | Let’s talk about rape culture

In light of the fact that 25.9% of undergraduate women at Penn reported having experienced non-consensual sexual contact sometime in college, it is crucial that we address the many misconceptions surrounding sexual assault on college campuses. 

Bridget Yu | What you should know about getting in Early Decision

There are many things I wish I had known upon getting accepted early decision to Penn. Here are a few of the most prominent.

Bridget Yu | The dialogue on mental health needs concrete solutions

Simply stating the flaws is not enough; we must target and pinpoint concrete solutions if we seek any form of progress.

Bridget Yu | Just because you’re sad, does not mean you’re depressed

Mislabeling depression as mere sadness will only prevent or delay treatment of a serious mental illness that should be addressed and treated as such.

Bridget Yu | Here’s a quick list of Penn's most helpful resources

While Google searches and Wikipedia pages do have their benefits, Penn students know their campus and surrounding area best.

Bridget Yu | Take advantage of the support groups that CAPS has to offer

The best advice I have received has been from people who don’t just sympathize with me, but empathize with me. Though I had never considered joining a support group before, I am tremendously grateful for the sincere support of my fellow returning students and the empathic discussions that we’ve shared.

Bridget Yu | There’s nothing wrong with prioritizing our mental health

Let’s take the first step toward ending the stigma around mental health by prioritizing ourselves and our health.