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Study: College Mental Health and Financial Concerns Reach Critical Levels

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Mental health challenges matched financial concerns in severity, with an overwhelming 95% of students identifying at least one obstacle impacting their academic success. Others emphasized the importance of destigmatizing help-seeking behaviors, noting that it still feels almost taboo to seek out help in most situations.

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Learn why our Fall 2024 Interns Advocate for Mental Health

Active Minds

Active Minds has had another successful internship semester with the 2024 Fall class, and as this intern cohort finishes up their semester with us, we want to take a moment to reflect on their incredible contributions to mental health advocacy. Why is mental health advocacy important to you?

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The University of Texas System to Launch Free, Virtual Mental Health Support Program for UT Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The University of Texas (UT) System is partnering with virtual health company TimelyCare to launch a free, virtual mental health support program for students at all 14 UT institutions. We are proud that this latest investment will make mental health resources more readily available and easier to access for UT students.”

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Investing in Care to Combat Declining Enrollment in Higher Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Across the country, community colleges and universities are seeing fewer students enroll, a trend that could have long-term consequences for both individuals and the economy. This enrollment issue is exacerbated by students struggling with loneliness, uncertainty, and declining mental health.

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Facing Darkness: A Student’s Journey Through Depression

Student Minds

A student shares their personal battle with depression, shedding light on the often-hidden struggles of academic life and mental health. The Weight of Expectations Starting university came with high expectationsboth from myself and from others. I learned that prioritizing my mental health wasnt selfishit was necessary.

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University Survival Guide 2024: Must-Haves and Top Tips for a Smooth Transition

Student Minds

. - Student Minds Blog Editorial Team Heading off to university is an exciting, life-changing experience. To help make your transition as smooth as possible, we’ve put together the ultimate University Survival Guide. University life is thrilling but can also be stressful. Here are some tips to help you start the year strong.

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Dealing with homesickness and loneliness: tips for year-abroad students

Student Minds

Was I going to be able to cope with university academics in another language? When I was not in Lyon, I studied at The University of Manchester, a city I grew to love and appreciate. Keeping similar routines and activities has allowed me to be more settled, even just having the same decorations as my last two rooms at university.