Author Archives: Joey Welch

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Attached above is my Project Topic and Initial Bibliography. #histmental2023

https://i.pinimg.com/236x/21/57/97/2157979884e336e409bc085351a76fba–mental-asylum-insane-asylum.jpg When I first looked at this picture, I wasn’t quite sure what I was looking at. After a little digging and found out that the picture came from what was then called the “Hospital for the Negro Insane of Maryland.” (founded in 1910) We haven’t discussed asylum treatment of minorities very much in class, […]

https://www.bbc.com/sport/mixed-martial-arts/62396350 This article talks about how UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett chose to speak about the importance of mental health during his post-fight interview. Paddy emphasizes the importance of speaking out when you are struggling. He mentions how speaking to people about his issues has helped him ‘It’s like a weight being lifted off your shoulders’. […]

I am a senior history major. I am the third person in my family to attend UMW. I have played for the school’s Rugby team since the Fall of 2019 as a walk-on. When I’m not doing readings, I like to draw and spend time with my friends. Some of my other hobbies include basketball, […]

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