Mental Health
ExpertiseTexas A&M University experts in mental health study and support the emotional, psychological and social well-being of people to cope with stress, work productively, build healthy relationships and improve their overall quality of life.
Jay Maddock
Regents Professor, Director of the Center for Health and Nature • School of Public HealthDr. Jay Maddock’s research explores the intersection of psychology, nature and health, focusing on social-ecological approaches to increasing physical activity. By studying the health benefits of time spent in nature, his work seeks to improve public health outcomes and elevate quality of life.