Mathilde H. Ross

University psychiatrist

Why you should listen

Mathilde H. Ross helps students navigate the treacherous waters they encounter moving from youth to adulthood. A senior staff psychiatrist at Boston University Student Health Services, she helps young people and parents alike understand the ingredients — and benefits — of healthy development.

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Posted Mar 2025

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Play: Notes from Session 5 of TEDNext 2024

October 24, 2024

Play immerses us in the joy of being alive — and Session 5 of TEDNext 2024 explored how we can all enjoy it way more often. From creativity through movement and the role of play in childhood development to how interactive gaming sparks innovation and emotional growth, speakers explored how play shapes who we are, […]