Students who may benefit from attending a Let's Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team (https://studentcareteam.uconn.edu/). This session is held by Fumi Sowah, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/olufumilayo-sowah/)

Title: Maximal curvature growth and temporal analyticity for complete 2-D Ricci flows. Abstract: A consequence of the work of Topping and Giesen-Topping is that complete 2-D Ricci flows are unique; in higher dimensions, the uniqueness of solutions is not known to hold in general without some restriction on the growth of the curvature. In this talk, I will establish a corresponding backward uniqueness statement for general complete 2-D flows. The key ingredient is an estimate which shows that the curvature of a simply connected 2-D Ricci flow grows at most exponentially in space after some amount of time has elapsed. This estimate in turn can be used to prove the instantaneous space-time analyticity of all complete 2-D solutions. I will also discuss extensions of these latter arguments to higher dimensional flows of potentially unbounded curvature.

Title: Maximal curvature growth and temporal analyticity for complete 2-D Ricci flows. Abstract: A consequence of the work of Topping and Giesen-Topping is that complete 2-D Ricci flows are unique; in higher dimensions, the uniqueness of solutions is not known to hold in general without some restriction on the growth of the curvature. In this talk, I will establish a corresponding backward uniqueness statement for general complete 2-D flows. The key ingredient is an estimate which shows that the curvature of a simply connected 2-D Ricci flow grows at most exponentially in space after some amount of time has elapsed. This estimate in turn can be used to prove the instantaneous space-time analyticity of all complete 2-D solutions. I will also discuss extensions of these latter arguments to higher dimensional flows of potentially unbounded curvature.

Barbershop The "Barbershop Group" is a therapy group for men who have had past traumatic experiences and would like to learn new ways of coping and managing the effects of that trauma. The group recognizes the need for men to develop different skills that will effectively improve how we express our emotions and build relationships in a safe space. What better place to do that than the barbershop? The Barbershop model is derived from the "Men's Trauma Recovery and Empowerment Model"- (M-TREM.) The Barbershop Group uses a Psycho-educational and skills-oriented approach that is person-centered. Over the years The Barbershop has provided men with a safe, non-judgmental setting where they can speak freely and be themselves. Unfortunately, we will not be providing haircuts, but we will be providing open discussion where honest responses in group discussions are encouraged, and we will engage in several exercises that are used to introduce you to and try new coping skills. I look forward to seeing you all at "The Shop".To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700 (tel:860-486-4705). This session is held by Greg Davis, LPC (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/greg-davis/) For many concerns that students face – like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles, and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.

Huskies on Track: Navigating ADHD at UConn This group provides a space to discuss the ways ADHD can show up in your life. We'll focus on understanding how ADHD functions in the brain, navigating common challenges people with ADHD face, and talking about the emotional experience of living in a world designed for neurotypical people. The goal of this group is to help create a sense of community and understanding for students with ADHD at UConn. Example topics that the group will cover include time management, task prioritizing, and emotional regulation. All individuals who feel the group would be beneficial to them are welcome, regardless of whether they have a formal ADHD diagnosis.To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700 (tel:860-486-4705). This session is held by Alyson Faires, Psy.D. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/alyson-faires/)For many concerns that students face – like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles, and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.