Student Tribune
October 10: World Mental Health Day
October 10th is recognized as World Mental Health Day. The World Health Organization highlights World Mental Health Day to inform others that mental health is important to everyone, everywhere. This day is an opportunity to make mental health a priority for all.
Facts:
According to the World Health Organization, Mental Health America, and the National Institute of Mental Health:
- Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the United States, affecting roughly 40 million people nationwide,
- Although anxiety disorders are treatable, less than 40% of people who suffer from anxiety receive treatment from a mental health professional,
- 1 in every 8 people in the world live with a mental disorder,
- In 2019, 301 million people were living with an anxiety disorder including 58 million children and adolescents,
- In 2019, 280 million people were living with depression, including 23 million children and adolescents
- Over 50% of Americans living with a mental illness do not receive treatment for their disorder, leaving more than 27 million people without mental health care.
Why are college students at risk for developing mental health disorders?
According to research, mental health problems are common among college students. Academic pressure together with stressors typical of starting and attending college may precipitate the first onset of mental health and substance use problems or an exacerbation of symptoms. Often the nature of psychopathology is chronic due to low rate of treatment seeking and low adherence to treatment. Expertise in developmental psychopathology, family dynamics, specific college issues, and systems of care is critical to conduct clinical treatment to college students. Local and on-campus resources are available to assist students who are seeking support. Students are welcome to attend a table event hosted by the Counseling Center and Disability Services office to learn more. See details below.
Table Event at MCC:
The table event hosted by the Counseling Center and Disability Services office will highlight World Mental Health Day on October 10th. You can spin the wheel to win a prize, get more facts related to Mental Health, learn about the counseling services MCC has to offer, and more.
Location: Terrace
Time: 11am-1pm
National Event:
To learn about different events that are taking place around the world to highlight Mental Health Day, you are welcome to refer to the official website of World Mental Health Day.
MCC Counseling Center and Disability Services:
Our office is committed to the emotional well-being of our students and we hope you find the resources helpful.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our office via email at counselingservices@monroecc.edu, disabilityservices@monroecc.edu, or by phone at 585-292-2140.
Davis, Anita
Counseling Center & Disability Services
10/07/2022