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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. Without a doubt, mental health treatment and counseling must be done by professionals. campus is much more than a counseling center.

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Primm We believe that the discontinuation of affirmative action will increase isolation and decrease a sense of belonging among students of color, both of which pose risks to mental health. For nearly a decade, the Steve Fund has promoted the mental health of young people of color.

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Morehouse Alumnus Dr. F. DuBois Bowman Named 13th President of His Alma Mater

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These classifications highlight the institution's growing research profile while maintaining its historic mission of providing educational access to underrepresented communities. Willie Woods, chairman of the Morehouse College Board of Trustees and a 1985 graduate, called Bowman "the ideal choice" to lead the college forward.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Incoming transfer students can enroll in courses early to guarantee that they have access to coursework. Necessary support is provided through GANAS (Gaining Access ’AND Academic Success), an innovative access and retention program that serves community college transfer students. Currently, 60.1%

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Exploring the Pros and Cons of AI in Mental Health Care

Active Minds

Early detection and accurate diagnosis are critical to effectively treating mental health conditions. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI), it is now possible to improve the accuracy of diagnosis and identify symptoms of mental health conditions at an earlier stage.

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The Neglected Minority

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people. 82% wanted mental health care. • 60% of those wanting mental health care could not get it. . • 82% wanted mental health care. •

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How Four Young Adults Are Creating New Mental Health Resources for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Communities

Active Minds

It’s no secret that youth and young adults across the United States are currently experiencing a mental health crisis, and BIPOC and LGBTQ+ young people are disproportionately affected. percent increase from 2019 and a 50 percent increase from 2011. They graduated from NYU this summer with a B.A.