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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Removing barriers for students to use mental health services is one of the most important goals of college administrations today particularly for students of color and diverse backgrounds. Without a doubt, mental health treatment and counseling must be done by professionals.

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Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever Before

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

School counselors can aid in creating a culture where schools can be a safe haven for students - where unconditional positive regard and being non-judgmental are the norm and not the exception. CMH counselors can advocate for student wellness by educating key stakeholders about the need for empathy and compassion.

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Living Life Offline: Social Media Effects on the Success of Black College Students Amid Today’s Political Challenges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Studies by Rutgers University highlight the role of social media in spreading misinformation and perpetuating stereotypes, both of which disproportionately harm the mental health of Black students and their sense of belonging. While the challenges are significant, solutions are within reach.

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Strategies for Creating Equitable Mental Health Cultures in Higher Education

Active Minds

“You can’t afford to not pay attention to what’s going on with student mental health.” That sentiment has inspired Active Minds’ work for nearly two decades, including the recent release of our report “Lessons from Black Colleges on Mental Health and Wellbeing.”

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Primm We believe that the discontinuation of affirmative action will increase isolation and decrease a sense of belonging among students of color, both of which pose risks to mental health. Studies have revealed that less diverse student populations are associated with more racial polarization and racial hate crimes.

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When Disaster Strikes: Supporting Students’ Mental Health in Extreme Weather Events

Timely MD

While there are many critically important measures to consider and take when preparing for and responding to natural disasters, the mental health of the campus community should be one of them. Five ways disasters affect emotional well-being 1.

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Navigating Pathways to Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It set the stage for the modern educational environment, where digital and traditional methods coexist, and where the lessons from this era continue to inform how we approach teaching and learning in an increasingly connected world. Global Engagement in Higher Education: Opportunities and Challenges. Dr. Barbara J.

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