In the Market with Janet Parshall Hour 2: Anger and Anxiety
Aug 28, 2025
Linda Mintel, a national expert in mental health known for her work on eating disorders and anxiety, discusses the rising trend of 'no contact orders' among college students. She highlights how this approach avoids healthy conflict resolution, emphasizing the importance of communication. The conversation explores the implications of social media on relationships and the dangers of isolation. Mintel argues that direct conversations are crucial for fostering intimacy, calling for a shift from avoidance to constructive dialogue in both personal and societal contexts.
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No-Contact Orders Coddle Students
- No-contact orders on campuses are being used beyond safety cases to avoid uncomfortable ideas.
- Linda Mintel argues this coddles students and prevents learning conflict resolution.
Roommate Stories Contrast Campus Trends
- Linda Mintel shared roommate stories from her college days to illustrate normal conflict.
- She contrasted those with today's institutionalized avoidance like no-contact orders.
Case: Christian Student Given No-Contact Order
- Mintel cited a Southern Illinois case where a Christian student got a no-contact order after classmates objected to her views.
- The classmates claimed concerns for "psychological safety" despite no threats.
