IMPACT 2019

I want to create new programs for mental health awareness. Nearly everyone in college has felt the stress of exams, papers, and work in general. However, the problem is that many students don't reach out to get the help they need because they aren't sure what is "normal". I would like to help students identify when they need help, and this would be by creating a course that helps students identify when those around them might be struggling with mental health problems. I hope to create a service that would allow fellow students to report other students if they feel as if something might be seriously wrong. While understanding mental health is crucial, it is also necessary to have an adequate amount of counselors who are able to serve as many students as frequently as need be. I want to advocate for increases in staffing in our mental health facilities.