Dallas College Newsroom

During the excitement of the holiday season, we may feel overwhelmed and, eventually, become emotionally drained to the point that it impacts our health. Our schedules and finances are often put under pressure as we may be asked to purchase or participate in more than we can handle. In times like these, know that it is OK to say, “no.”

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each year, approximately 10 million people nationwide are victims of domestic abuse. Dallas College counselor Jaime Torres spoke with Sheyla Camacho, a public health educator from the Victim Intervention Program/Rape Crisis Center at Parkland Health.

Driving safely on a college campus always calls for extra awareness. Large groups of pedestrians crossing the street, cars entering and exiting multiple parking lots and the presence of unusual vehicles such as delivery trucks, facilities vans and school buses are just a few of the situations a driver could encounter on a college campus.

Individuals with invisible disabilities face unique challenges every day that frequently go unnoticed or ignored. According to the Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA), the word “invisible disability” is a physical, mental or neurological condition that is not visible, yet can limit or challenge a person’s movements, senses or activities.

Popular culture has given us many depictions of individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We normally see these individuals as veterans struggling with the aftereffects of combat. Although this tragically happens, veterans are not the only population who suffers from PTSD.

Stigma, misinformation and a lack of knowledge often keep people from seeking help — action that could help someone get the right kind of support.

Jesus Cavazos said that Accessibility Services has been a huge help during his time at Dallas College.

Mental health professionals and hospitals across the country report that the highest levels of depression occur the last month of the year, during the holidays. Suicides and attempts spike. More people are secretly sad or anxious at this time of year than any other month.