The Bridge

"The kindness of Dr. Mulligan": Responding to mistreatment behaviors

In this episode, we discuss the range of mistreatment behaviors in the learning environment and explore how students, staff, and faculty can be upstanders to mistreatment events and how to connect students with school and campus resources.

"Seeds of doubt": Addressing imposter phenomenon

In this episode, we define imposter phenomenon, explore how historical oppression contributes towards imposterism, and identify actions students can take to combat imposterism by celebrating strengths, acknowledging the seeds of doubt, and taking action towards combating self-doubt.

"Floating ducks": Managing stress and being aware of your emotions

In this episode, we explore how perfectionistic tendencies are learned and reinforced and how students can practice mindfulness in their own way and benefit from emotional awareness.

"Goals, growth, and grit": Identifying strategies to transition successfully in the clinical learning environment

In this episode, we explore how students can identify their clinical learning goals, center patients as the priority, work effectively in teams, and manage time with other academic and personal priorities.

"The social science of learning": Developing successful learning strategies in the classroom

In this episode, we explore how students can be proactive in connecting with academic resources, focus on strategies that have proven effective in studying, and identify the range of learning resources.