Join us on Wednesday October 8th 5pm PT for a virtual Open Mind program on Addiction with ESPN reporter Lauren Sisler, author of “Shatterproof” and Tim Fong, MD, Addiction Psychiatrist at UCLA. Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Join us on Wednesday October 8th 5pm PT for a virtual Open Mind program on Addiction with ESPN reporter Lauren Sisler, author of “Shatterproof” and Tim Fong, MD, Addiction Psychiatrist at UCLA. Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Join us 9/17 5pm PT for a virtual Open Mind program on Addiction featuring Owen Flanagan, the author of "What is it like to be an Addict - Understanding Substance Abuse". Larissa Mooney, MD UCLA Addiction psychiatrist will join in discussion Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Thursday September 11th 5pm PT. Don’t miss this film and discussion that animates the inner workings of memory, trauma, and healing-bridging breakthroughs in neuroscience with the emotional depth of lived experience. Register now at lnkd.in/gUvUniC

Join us Wed, Sept 17th 5-6pm PT for a thought-provoking discussion on understanding substance abuse. Owen Flanagan, renowned philosopher specializing in mind, consciousness, & ethics, will be joined by Larissa Mooney, MD, Dir of Addiction Psychiatry at UCLA. host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration...

Join us for the Songwriters Apothecary Lab on 7/25 & 8/1 7 pm! The brainchild of 5 time Grammy winner Esperanza Spaulding, this is a chance to hear, discuss, and offer feedback on new music that addresses the issues of wellbeing. Free Reserve your place now at lnkd.in/gz5W74hp

Calling all parents! Join us for an insightful discussion on "Raising Calm Kids in a World of Worry" featuring authors Ashley Garber, LMFT, Maria Evans, LMFT. & Benjamin Schneider, MD 🗓️ Wednesday, 6/4 June 5pm PT 🌐 Virtual event Secure your spot at the event by visiting: lnkd.in/gdB3SmWd

Thursday May 15th 5pm PT Dr. Blaise Aguirre, author of "I Hate Myself: Overcome Self-Hatred and Realize Why You're Wrong About You” In conversation with Dr. Robin Kissell, Assoc Prof of Psychiatry UCLA Reserve your spot now at lnkd.in/gkmV7xwz

Exciting opportunity for high school students in the LA area interested in mental health & neuroscience. Applications are now open for the Fall 2025-Spring 2026 cohort of the Teen Advisory Council of UCLA's Friends of the Semel Institute. 9-11th grade students eligible. Apply now: lnkd.in/gx8KcP

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Join us on Thursday 5/1 5pm PT for a free virtual program with Debra Whitman, PhD, author of “The Second Fifty”and Helen Lavretsky, MD, Professor In-Residence and geriatric psychiatrist at UCLA www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Life is sweet! Come walk the red carpet at the 5th annual Open Mind Film Festival! James Bridges Theater at UCLA Sunday, April 27th from 1-2:30 PM Admission is free for this in-person event. Register now to secure your spot and support these young artists: lnkd.in/gRFj8egg

Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA. Talented high school students from across the country share their stories about mental health. Meet the next generation of filmmakers! Sunday April 27 1-2:30 PM James Bridges Theater at UCLA Reserve now at www.eventbrite.com/e/open-mind-...

“Just a Joke", a film by Natalie Yerelekian, will be screened at the Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA. The film delves into the dilemma of a teenage girl facing the tough choice of breaking a promise to her best friend to possibly save her life. Sunday, 4/27 1- 2:30 PM UCLA lnkd.in/gRFj8egg

Thank you to Dr. Thomas E. Brown, author of “Social Anxiety: Hidden Fears and Shame in Teens and Adults,” and Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, Clinical Prof in the Depart of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences for joining Dr. Brown for an enlightening discussion. m.youtube.com/user/TheFrie...

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Join us for the Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA to see evocative films by high school filmmakers from around the country about mental health. “Feeling Good” is a film by Tomas Officer about drugs and addiction 🗓️ Sunday April 27th ⏰1pm-2:30pm Reserve www.eventbrite.com/e/open-mind-...

Join us at the Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA! Experience the powerful narratives of high school filmmakers from around the nation that shed light on mental health issues 🗓️Date: Sunday, April 27th 🕐 Time: 1pm 📍 Location: James Bridges Theater at UCLA 🎟️ Admission: Free. Scan the barcode to register

🎥 Calling all high school filmmakers! 🎬 Time is running out to submit your films for the prestigious Open Mind Film Festival at UCLA. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and creativity! Just 2 days left! Submit your films now at: lnkd.in/gKjcbXv

Thomas E. Brown, PhD, author of the new book "Social Anxiety - Hidden Fears and Shame in Teens and Adults" will explore the topic of social anxiety with Elizabeth Laugeson, PsyD UCLA Professor & author of "The Science of Making Friends" Tuesday, April 8, 2025 🕔 5PM - 6 PM PT lnkd.in/gkmdZFnh

Excited to host Drew Ramsey, MD, a renowned author and Nutritional Psychiatrist, as he discusses his latest book, "Healing the Modern Brain."with Arpana Church, PhD, Assoc Prof & Co-Director Goodman Luskin Microbiome Center. 📅 Wed March 19th 🕔 5pm-6pm PDT Secure your spot at: lnkd.in/g-9FS3YD

Meet Karen Safaryan, Ph.D., the esteemed recipient of the Friends of Semel Research Award for 2025-2027. As a Project Scientist at UCLA's Department of Neurology, Dr. Safaryan immerses himself in the intricate realm of adaptive decision-making and cognitive flexibility within dynamic environment

If you missed this fascinating discussion about “False” with Dr. Joe Pierre and Dr. Aliana Burns, you can watch it here www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/pastevents/f...

Wed 3/19 5pm PT. Join us for a virtual program with Drew Ramsey, MD, psychiatrist & author of the new book, “Healing the Modern Brain”. Arpana Church, PhD, Assoc Prof & Co-Director, Goodman-Luskin Microbiome Center will join in discussion. Reserve www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Excited to join @uclasemelfriend.bsky.social and my erstwhile colleague Dr. Alaina Burns to talk about false beliefs tonight at 5PM PST. You have to register, but the event is free so please join us--there should be time/space for Q&A!

🎬 Gia Carides, renowned for her roles in Strictly Ballroom & My Big Fat Greek Wedding, will be hosting the 5th Open Mind Film Festival! on Sunday, 4/27 at 1pm. High school students! 🎥 Share your unique stories through short films (5 minutes or less).Films due 3/27 Submit here lnkd.in/gKjcbXv

If you can’t make it to SF, tune in tomorrow, Wednesday March 12th 5pm PDT for a free virtual program with Dr. Joe Pierre in conversation with Dr. Aliana Burns. Register here www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Attention high school students across the US! Submit your short films, 5 minutes or less, about acmental health issue that resonates with you and your peers. Deadline 3/27 Cash prizes Submit at lnkd.in/gKjcbXv [email protected]. Let your creativity shine through film! 🎥

Excited to host Drew Ramsey, MD, a renowned author and Nutritional Psychiatrist, as he discusses his latest book, "Healing the Modern Brain."with Arpana Church, PhD, Assoc Prof & Co-Director Goodman Luskin Microbiome Center. 📅 Wed March 19th 🕔 5pm-6pm PDT Secure your spot at: lnkd.in/g-9FS3YD

Congratulations Dylan Kirsch, PhD 2025-2027 Calabrese Family Friends of Semel Scholar Award Recipient. Dr. Kirsch is a postdoc in the UCLA Addictions Laboratory & a clinical neuroscientist with training in translational neuroscience of addiction. www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/recipients/d...

Tomorrow! Sunday March 2nd at UCLA! It’s time for the #genzwellnesssummit! Free! Don’t miss out! Reserve now at www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/gen-z-2025-r...

It’s not too late to register for this Sunday’s Gen Z Wellness Summit at UCLA. Free. Register at www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Joe Pierre to the Open Mind. Dr. Pierre will speak about his new book “False” with Dr. Aliana Burns. Join us on Wednesday March 12th 5pm PT for this important discussion. Register here www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

My new book, "FALSE: How Mistrust, Disinformation, and Motivated Reasoning Make Us Believe Things That Aren't True" will be released on March 3, 2025. Pre-order your copy today! www.amazon.com/dp/0197765270/

Thank you Jonathan Rosen, author of "The Best Minds” for joining us for today’s Open Mind. Grateful to Dr. Carrie Bearden, distinguished Professor in Psychiatry, Biobehavioral Sciences, Psychology, & Brain Research Institute at UCLA, for graciously sharing her knowledge and expertise

Interactive games, singer/songwriter Em Beihold, Jubilee media, Teens & Screens, Food & Mood, Movement, Science of Making Friends, Circle of Control, Arts & Culture, Storytelling & more! Sunday 3/2 9-4 Ackerman QR code to register or www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/gen-z-2025-r...

Hey Gen Z’er’s and everyone interested in teen wellness! Join Dr. Rujita Wilson, a neurologist at UCLA, for an expressive movement workshop at the Gen Z Wellness Summit 🌟 Date: March 2nd 🌟 Time: 9am-4pm 🌟 Location: UCLA 🌟 Registration: Link in bio or visit lnkd.in/gcw8q7-X

Gen Z Wellness Summit 3/2 9-4pm at UCLA! Irshad Manji, founder of Moral Courage College and author of “Don’t Label Me-How to Do Diversity Without Inflaming the Culture Wars”, that Chris Rock calls ‘genius’ will lead a “Moral Courage” game. FREE registration required lnkd.in/gcw8q7-X.

A big shoutout to Dr. David Myers, Dr. Saadia Gabriel, and Dr. Christine Ong for their valuable contributions on "Hate the Internet" at our Open Mind session. Missed the live session, watch the recording here: lnkd.in/gq5n-PQG. Thank you to our esteemed experts for sharing their insights!

Spotlight on Gen Z Wellness Summit Sunday presenters Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, Dir of PEERS that provides social skills training for neurodiverse individuals from preschool through adulthood www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/gen-z-invite in the Register www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/gen-z-invite

Hate and the Internet and Social Media. Part 3 in our series on The State of Hate Thursday, February 13th 5:30-6:30PM. The speakers will discuss how young people are experiencing hate online and interventions educators, parents can take www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/events-reser...

Thank you to Lisa Miller, PhD, Psychologist & author of "The Awakened Brain” & Imaad Nasir, MD, UCLA Neurologist, for an enlightening conversation on the surprising science of spirituality and its integration into our lives. #spirituality #neurology

It’s my Bark Mitzvah! I’m 13 today! Living my best life here in Santa Monica and keeping my city clean one palm frond at a time every day!

It’s almost time for the Gen Z Wellness Summit at UCLA. Join us for a day of inspiring conversations, engaging interactive games, music, free food and more. Free for all high school and college students. Scan the code or visit www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/gen-z-invite to register

Join us for the Gen Z Wellness Summit on Sunday March 2 9am-4pm at UCLA. Inspiring discussion, interactive activities, music, and fun! Free but let us know you are coming at www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/gen-z-invite

Join Dr. Lisa Miller, PhD, and Imaad Nasir, MD, for a captivating discussion on “The Awakened Brain - The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life.” 📅 Tuesday, February 4th 🕔 5-6pm 📍 Free Zoom event Register host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration...

We are very grateful for the insightful and informative discussion that our esteemed panelists: Dr. David Myers, Dr. Cesi Cruz, and Dr. Lynn Vavreck, curated on the intersection of hate and politics for our Open Mind program yesterday. #hate #Politics #MediaResponsibility

Excited to announce the 2nd annual Gen Z Wellness Summit! Mark your calendars for March 2 at UCLA from 9am to 4pm. This event is free for students. Secure your spot by registering at the following link: lnkd.in/gcw8q7-X. See you there! #WellnessSummit #GenZ #UCLA

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