As a new academic year begins, remember that everyone has a role to play in creating a community that values mental health and cares about one another. Everyone experiences hardships and unexpected challenges in life. Listening, supporting, and encouraging your friends makes an important difference in their life. You may find yourself hesitating to offer support, being afraid that you may say “the wrong thing” or feel uncomfortable. These are all normal feelings, and the Counseling Center offers resources to help you start the conversation. You also can request a Be There training session for more information about how to look for signs of distress, listen empathically, and link peers to supports across campus.
Submitted by: Counseling Center