Mental Health Month, established in the spring of 1949, aims to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives. But the beginning of a new school year in the fall is as good a time as any to highlight the need for increased understanding of mental health struggles. In a recent study, which followed people ages 11-38 and tracked their mental health, 41% had a mental health condition that lasted for many years.
According to the American College Health Association’s Fall 2018 National College Health Assessment, over 60% of college students in the United States reported feeling anxiety over the past year, and the National Institute of Mental Health said 10.5% of adults between the ages of 18 and 25 reported having suicidal thoughts in 2017.
This week, Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is running a Mental Health Awareness campaign with a variety of campus events. The university, which has almost 90% Hispanic enrollment, provides students with a solid educational foundation while preparing them for professional success in a global work environment. According to the university, the observance is sponsored by TAMIU’s Office of Student Counseling and Disability Services.
The observance began Monday, Sept. 30 with the Wellness Information Fair. Other events include a Speaker Series, a movie showing and a culminating Suicide Awareness Walk. Representatives from campus services and related community agencies will be on hand to share information.
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