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The Importance of Listening to Student Needs Emphasized at Department of Education Summit

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I also worked as a study consultant, where I was able to empower some of my peers by teaching them effective study strategies and time management scheduling.” Mentors go through a week of training prior to new student orientation. Data show that unmet mental health needs are linked to adverse student outcomes.

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5 Actions Community Colleges Can Take to Improve Student Mental Health

Timely MD

In this blog post, we draw insights from Tidewater Community College leaders to outline five practical actions community colleges can implement to improve studentsmental health and overall well-being that support institutional efforts to boost student success. What is a community college?

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10 Best Practices for Supporting College Students’ Mental Health

Timely MD

A recent nationwide survey found nearly 60% of Gen Z college students have received mental health care before arriving on campus – during their K-12 years. Released in conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month, this alarming statistic underscores the urgency of warnings from the CDC to the U.S.

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Strategies for Inclusive Care that Drive Student Success

Timely MD

By implementing actionable strategies and best practices, colleges and universities can create an environment that supports all studentsmental health and well-being. Providing culturally sensitive care Underrepresented students often face mental health disparities due to their identities.

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The Link Between Sleep Habits, Mental Health, and Academic Performance

Timely MD

To start, let’s talk about why we need quality sleep, especially as college students. Sleep plays a crucial role in the mental health and academic performance of college students. A study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) found a staggering six out of ten college students experience poor sleep quality.

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The Power of Peer Support for the Mental Health and Well-Being of College Students

Timely MD

However, the pressures and transitions associated with higher education can negatively impact studentsmental health. According to a national survey of 1,200 college students entering the 2023-24 school year, peer support is the top way students plan to cope with stress and anxiety.

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“Such a High Need”: Campus Health Leaders Respond to Demand for Psychiatry Services

Timely MD

Few people have the time to wait or travel to such appointments, let alone at Albion, where 40% of students are also student-athletes busy with competitions, practices, and travel schedules in addition to their academic coursework. Director for Mental Health/Counseling at Albion College.