The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Wellness team seeks to provide opportunities and resources for individuals to advance whole-person wellness and to encourage and support a culture of thriving within the Department.
Resources now are focused on supporting faculty during the current pandemic.
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The Well-Being Index is a web-based tool used to evaluate multiple dimensions of distress in just 7-9 questions. It is designed to measure burnout, allowing users to compare their scores to their peers as well as track progress over time to promote self-awareness. It is 100% anonymous. The index measures six dimensions of distress and well-being: likelihood of burnout, severe fatigue, suicidal ideation, quality of life, meaning in work, work-life integration, risk of medical error, drop-out risk, and overall well-being. Take the Well-Being Index here. Please use one of the following access codes based on your group/role: Faculty: UAB FACULTY Once entering the access code, the individuals will be prompted to make their own Wellbeing Index Account. The EACC is active and an available resource even currently. They are providing HIPAA-compliant distance counseling and teleheath sessions. COVID19 is no laughing matter. We get that. We do think however, in times of stress in a disaster, that kindness, humor and civility will help us pull through. We are therefore sharing a selection of some of the humor we come across related to the challenges and upheavals of this time of crisis and encourage you to use this and other forms of self-care as an inoculation to boost your resilience! Keep up your spirits. There is light at the end of this COVID tunnel- laugh whenever you can – we all still need a little humor in our lives. I Will Survive, Coronavirus version for teachers going online 'The Guy Who Decides Covid Restrictions' Best Work From Home News Bloopers A Conference Call in Real Life Where’s Waldo Social Distancing Style Headspace launches in 2010 as an events company, but attendees wanted to take what they learned home with them. A small team took techniques available online so more people could experience the benefits of meditations anytime, anywhere. Headspace is an application that you can have on your phone or computer to view guided meditation practices, animations, and articles and videos to improve health and happiness in the world. You can try Headspace for yourself and learn the essentials of meditations and mindfulness with the free Basics course. If you enjoy it, then you can subscribe for full access to meditations anytime, anywhere. Once subscribed, you will be offered bit-sized mini sessions for when you are short on time, exercises to add extra mindfulness to your day, and hundreds of meditations on everything from stress to sleep. GBS has collaborated with the UAB Graduate School and UAB Counseling Services to offer the Graduate Faculty Council on Student Mental Wellness. The council values the total well-being of the student, including academic, mental health, social and physical health. The Graduate Faculty Council on Student Metal Wellness works to: The UAB Office of Postdoctoral Education has provided a list of mental health resources both national and UAB specific. Parenting Pandemic Parenting: Tips from a pediatrician and mother Continuing education: how to successfully teach your kids from home How to talk to your child about COVID-19 AAP Offers Parent Tips and Resources for Dealing With Covid-19 and Its Stresses 11 Self-Care Tips for Teens and Young Adults Education Stay at Home Science by The McWane Science Center The Hidden Worlds of the National Parks by Google Supporting Families During COVID-19 by the Child Mind Institute Imagineering in a Box from Disney Kennedy Space Center Offering Free Online Activities Amid Closure Google Arts & Culture offering interactive experiences for learning Childcare Resources UAB is offering free and subsidized childcare options for employees who need to be at work during this time when schools and childcare centers are closed. Access this information at the links below. Free child care for frontline healthcare workers “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol S. Dweck can help you change your mind set about education, parenting, and relationships LinkedIn Learning for UAB – is an online learning platform that helps employees learn business, technology, and creative skills. Learning in a Changing World – UAB Learning and Development is offering a full schedule of online learning programs to help you learn skills and virtually connect with colleagues in these areas: The UAB Medicine Office puts together a weekly newsletter of wellness resources for all. Click here to subscribe! CDC Covid-19: Coping with Stress CDC: Taking Care of your Emotional Health CDC: Helping Children Cope with Emergencies APA: Coronavirus and Mental Health – Taking Care of Ourselves During Infectious Disease Outbreaks UAB has created a space for people to express their thanks and gratitude to all those in the UAB community who are working hard during the COVID-19 pandemic. See the Wall of Thanks for notes that have been submitted and share your own message of gratitude! URec: Jindrich Knejfl (Henry) is responsible for outreach and programming at the University Rec center. They offer different “on-the-go” events (at a cost) for units and department. These could be great events for your units. If you are interested, start by filling out this form. Arts in Medicine: Offers FREE arts and crafts programming from writing to painting--and more! Lauren Edwards, Program Coordinator, is your contact for more information. (laurenme@uab.edu) Earth Keeper Yoga in Mountain Brook has shown interest in collaboration. The Office of Wellness will partner with the studio this summer to engage in a mindfulness walk in the botanical gardens. The Well-Being Index is a web-based tool used to evaluate multiple dimensions of distress in just 7-9 questions. It is designed to measure burnout, allowing users to compare their scores to their peers as well as track progress over time to promote self-awareness. It is 100% anonymous. The index measures six dimensions of distress and well-being: likelihood of burnout, severe fatigue, suicidal ideation, quality of life, meaning in work, work-life integration, risk of medical error, drop-out risk, and overall well-being. Take the Well-Being Index here. Please use one of the following access codes based on your group/role: Faculty: UAB FACULTY
APP: UAB APP
Trainee (Resident/Fellow/Other Trainee): UAB TRAINEE
Medical Students: UAB MEDICAL STUDENTS
Nurses: UAB NURSES
Employee/Staff: UAB MEDICINE
APP: UAB APP
Trainee (Resident/Fellow/Other Trainee): UAB TRAINEE
Medical Students: UAB MEDICAL STUDENTS
Nurses: UAB NURSES
Employee/Staff: UAB MEDICINE
If you have already taken the Well-Being Index, you may do a re-assessment quarterly or monthly.
