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The Evolution of the Mental Health Conversation Among College Students

Timely MD

She remembers an app someone on campus mentioned, one that gives students free, 24/7 access to a behavioral health professional. Within minutes, she’s pouring her heart out to a certified professional who helps talk through the mental health struggles she’s experiencing. college students.

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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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The Evolution of the Mental Health Conversation Among College Students

Timely MD

She remembers an app someone on campus mentioned, one that gives students free, 24/7 access to a behavioral health professional. Within minutes, she’s pouring her heart out to a certified professional who helps talk through the mental health struggles she’s experiencing. college students.

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How to have a happy and healthy summer

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

It is easier said than done, but necessary for your mental health. Spending too much time in front of screens can adversely impact interpersonal communication skills and mental health. According to cognitive behavior therapist Alice Boyes, Ph.D., This fact brings me to my last tip: 5. Lean into your creativity.

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The moment you are in will not last forever

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

I am an emerging researcher and mental health advocate. In August 2020, I published a book about college student mental health and suicide from a student perspective that include an extensive amount of research, time, interviews, etc. And then, I experienced my own acute mental health crisis.

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Addressing the Mental Health and Wellness Needs of Online College Students

Timely MD

National University serves as a case study to understand the unique challenges and barriers faced by online students, and how online colleges and universities prioritize mental health and wellness. Robinson notes, “Having a resource 24/7 actually matters for our students.”