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As summer winds down and the school year approaches, it's natural for both parents and children to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety. Transitioning from the relaxed pace of summer to the structured routine of school can be challenging. Here are some tips to help your family prepare for the new school year smoothly and stress-free.

Don't suffer in silence. UT Southwestern's CALM Peer Support Program emerges as a crucial lifeline, offering a supportive resource for those seeking understanding and connection. We have found there are many advantages of engaging in peer support and exploring healthy ways to overcome adversity.

Asking for help is often seen as a sign of weakness, but it can actually be a sign of strength. There are many reasons why we might not ask for help, but the most common are that we're afraid of being seen as weak, we're afraid of being told no, or we've been burned in the past by people who offered help but didn't actually help. Yet life is full of things we cannot do alone. Asking for what you need from others is a critical life skill to practice. There are a few key things to keep in mind when asking for help. First, be as specific as possible about what kind of help you need. Second, be open to different types of help. Finally, be accepting and grateful for whatever help you receive, even if it’s indirect.

Inpatient General Internal Medicine The Division of General Internal Medicine provides inpatient care services at three health systems. In these inpatient settings, our team cares for patients who are hospitalized for a range of medical conditions. We provide care in collaboration and coordination wi…

Self-compassion is important for our mental and emotional well-being. It allows us to be kind to ourselves, even when we make mistakes. This can help us to learn from our mistakes and grow as people. Self-compassion can also help us to cope with stress and difficult emotions. When we are compassionate towards ourselves, we are less likely to judge ourselves harshly or engage in negative self-talk. This can lead to increased feelings of happiness, self-worth, and resilience.

In Memoriam: John Fordtran Published on: February 24, 2025 John Fordtran, M.D. John Fordtran, M.D. , a former Professor and Chief of Gastroenterology who trained and mentored generations of physicians at UT Southwestern and at Baylor University Medical Center, died at his home north of Dallas on Feb.…

Conflict is not a strange thing for people. Human beings experience it in their day-to-day lives – with their friends, families, and more so in their professional lives. Often when we think of conflict, it usually includes external individuals such as co-workers, bosses, friends, family members, children, spouses, etc. However, what if I challenged you to go inward and consider inner conflicts you may have within yourself that are hindering you from achieving wellness?

While top-notch medical knowledge is vital, faculty physicians need more to thrive. Enter emotional intelligence (EQ), a powerful but often overlooked skillset. EQ encompasses self-awareness, empathy, and social skills. By investing in EQ, faculty physicians enhance their well-being, become more effective leaders, and ultimately, unlock their full potential in academic medicine.

Information regarding executive order on Canadian Registration, to be effective April 11, 2025

Nil Saez-Calveras, M.D. Seldin Scholar, 2022 What stood out about your research experience at UT Southwestern, and how did it shape your career? My experience at UT Southwestern has been outstanding. From the very beginning, I have been fortunate to receive exceptional guidance from both the program …