WVXU: To boost vaccination rate among Latinos, local group...

June 12, 2021

Maria Espinola, PsyD, a clinical psychologist at the University of Cincinnati, spoke with WVXU about a special event to boost COVID-19 vaccination rates among Latinos in Greater Cincinnati. The June 13 free vaccination event. runs from noon to 3 p.m. at Kellogg Soccer Field at 4609 Kellogg Avenue. It features food, salsa dancing, and music. Vaccines, both Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson are available, and offered to those 12 and older.

Cincinnati Enquirer: COVID-19 vaccine becomes Cupid's helper

June 11, 2021

After months of isolation, getting back out there may be hard for some people, said Dr. Caleb Adler, professor of psychiatry and behavioral neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati. There's a sense of natural anxiety that comes with being out of the dating game for a while – especially when the apps are put to the side.

WKRC-TV: Psychologist offers advice to help kids cope with...

June 10, 2021

Maria Espinola, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, spoke with WKRC-TV in Cincinnati for a story on anxiety among children as guidance for COVID-19 safety evolves.

WLW 700: Eddie and Rocky with Dr. Maria Espinola

June 6, 2021

It seems incidents of unruly behavior have intensified as the nation emerges from lockdown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cincinnati radio personalities Eddie and Rocky of WLW 700 asked Maria Espinola, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and assistant professor in the UC College of Medicine, to discuss ways to manage anger.

Medscape: Internet CBT Bests Internet-Based Supportive Therapy...

May 25, 2021

Maria Espinola, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and assistant professor in the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine offered reaction to a study out of Sweden looking at social anxiety disorder in young people. Espinola spoke with Reuters Health about internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy.

NBC Sports: Fans can get sick from stressing out while watching...

May 25, 2021

Kate Chard, PhD, explains how sports fans can actually get sick from watching sports and how to manage stressful situations.

Obesity and binge eating: a disrupted clock in our body?

May 19, 2021

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati and the Lindner Center of HOPE are hosting a unique clinical trial to see if readjusting the circadian system of people with binge eating behavior can help in understanding more about why this occurs and develop new treatment options in the future. Scientists are using tabletop lamps and melatonin supplements to test their theory.

WCPO: CURESZ educates, removes stigma surrounding schizophrenia

May 4, 2021

Bethany Yeiser is working to educate others about schizophrenia through the CURESZ Foundation, which she founded with UC's Henry Nasrallah, the doctor who got her on the path to recovery.

Center for Addiction Research to hold Summer Speaker Series

April 13, 2021

Event: May 5, 2021 8:00 AM

The UC College of Medicine’s Center for Addiction Research will hold a Summer Speaker Series to discuss the innovative work and ongoing projects with the community related to prevention, intervention and treatment.

WLWT: COVID-19 and long-term mental health symptoms

April 13, 2021

Henry Nasrallah, MD, discusses a new study showing some people infected with COVID-19 have long-term mental health symptoms.

Pumping the ‘brain brake’ in pediatric anxiety

March 31, 2021

A new study reveals that an evidence-based treatment may help predict treatment outcomes for adolescents with anxiety disorders. University of Cincinnati researchers say this could determine medication effectiveness more quickly to help patients.

Vaccine Hesitancy: Public Trust, Expertise, and the War on...

March 22, 2021

Event: March 31, 2021 7:00 PM

Event to highlight vaccine hesitancy and how we can use philosophy, history and other humanistic approaches to deepen our understanding of science.

WVXU: COVID and the 'anniversary effect'

March 12, 2021

We've reached the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 lockdowns, and when specific dates are associated with trauma, it can cause what is called "the anniversary effect," whereby the body and mind can respond negatively.

Local 12: Pregnancy and addiction

March 8, 2021

Local 12 reports on a new study that could give pregnant women with addiction a new tool to deliver a healthy baby. Christine Wilder, MD, is interviewed.

Forbes: Wellness strategies for winter power outages

February 17, 2021

Millions of Americans are living without power in their homes during frigid temperatures this week. Safety and security comprise the second of five facets of wellness design, and being secure in your living space is essential to your well-being. A UC expert weighs in on ways to cope.

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