Journal of College Student Mental Health

We are thrilled to announce the publication of our special issue: "The Future of College Student Mental Health." This edition is packed with groundbreaking research, insightful articles, and thought-provoking discussions on clinical models to meet demand, the mental health crisis narrative, the impact of counseling services on retention, and more. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a dedicated student, or simply passionate about mental health, there's something for everyone in this edition. Dive into the latest findings, explore new perspectives, and join the conversation as we continue to push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. Check out our journal here: https://buff.ly/3Kpcn5n #NewPublication #JournalRelease #AcademicExcellence #StayInformed

Latinx Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. This month-long celebration provides more time to properly recognize the significant contributions Hispanic/Latinx Americans have made in the United States. In honor of this month-long celebration, we are making the following article free to view until October 15, 2024. Comparing Psychotherapeutic Treatment Rates in University Counseling Centers between American Latinx and International Latinx University Students. Show your support this month and beyond by learning more about mental health in the Latinx community. https://buff.ly/3TALrEW #CollegeMentalHealh #CollegeCounseling #LatinxHeritageMonth

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. We can all help prevent suicide. Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide. #suicideprevention

9/8 marks the inaugural 988 Day! This annual event is dedicated to spreading awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and emphasizing the importance of mental health support. Use #988Day to share how the #988Lifeline is about “No Judgment. Just Help.” See how you can participate: buff.ly/4gbrMFh.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This month serves as an important reminder to take an interest in looking out for loved ones and our community. With suicide being the second leading cause of death among young adults today, the conversation around mental health and suicide prevention cannot be understated. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, know that help is available 24/7. Call 988 or start an online chat by going to https://buff.ly/3AQBZ7N #SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness

In the spirit of returning to school, the Journal of College Student Mental Health is excited to make two articles open-access until August 31, 2024. Interpersonal Psychotherapy for College Students (IPT-CS): Feasibility, Acceptability, and Effectiveness of Group Modality examines the large treatment gap remaining in college students receiving evidence-based care, despite college students’ high rates of depression. Read more about their study at https://buff.ly/3LYzjZO Peer Support Communities: Expanding the Continuum of Care in Colleges examines Texas Christian University’s strategy to meet student demand and protect against staff burnout using a unique Comprehensive Collaborative Care Model. Read more about their study at https://buff.ly/3LRBnD9 #collegementalhealth #community #collegecounseling

There's still time to get your copy of our 2024 BIPOC Mental Health toolkit! Each July, Mental Health America honors the legacy of author, advocate, and trailblazer Bebe Moore Campbell by sharing resources and having conversations dedicated to addressing and supporting BIPOC mental health all month. For more information and to download our FREE 2024 BIPOC Mental Health toolkit, visit mhanational.org/july.

Join us and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) this National Minority Health Month and learn how we can Be the #SourceforBetterHealth when we are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices and consider how social determinants of health impact the communities we serve: https://buff.ly/3xixZ01 #NMHM24

Past mental health research lumps individuals from Asian American (AA) and international Asian (IA) backgrounds together, which may obscure important differences in mental health presentation and need. Researchers at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, examined these differences in a single university counseling center to better generalize these findings. Read more about their findings in the latest issue of our journal here: https://buff.ly/3xpyS7y

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, which brings awareness to the unique challenges that racially and ethnically minoritized people in the United States face when it comes to mental health issues. This July we are making the following two articles from the most recent issue of the Journal of College Student Mental Health free to view! Presenting Concerns and Psychotherapy Utilization in University Counseling Centers: What Do We Know about Asian American and International Asian Students? Gender & Ethnic Differences in University Students’ Attitudes about Mental Health Services. Show your support this month and beyond by learning more about mental health and how it differs between communities. Click the link below to read these articles. https://buff.ly/3Kpcn5n #SourceForBetterHealth #MinorityHealth #NMHM24