Opinion: NYU needs better mental health services

Washington Square News— Growing up under the taxing burden of mental illness, my emotional health was my No. 1 priority in my first year at NYU. Weary of my newfound independence, I sought out university-based resources that I hoped would appeal to my concerns as a young adult and student. Eager to make use of the university’s self-proclaimed This story Opinion: NYU needs better mental health services appeared first on Washington Square News.

CBC—First responders need better access to mental health care, former Winnipeg firefighter says. A former Winnipeg firefighter who worked as a peer-support coordinator says the nature and repetition of helping other people in crisis is taking a toll on first responders. Josh Klassen said while his former employer is moving in the right direction more needs to be done to help workers who are struggling.

KOBI-TV NBC5—Mental Health Minute: Mental Health Support Options. In this Mental Health Minute, Daniel Owens, a Peer Support Specialist for Addictions Recovery Center, talks about facing mental health struggles and shares some options for support. Sponsored by Addiction Recovery Center and Jackson Care Connect © 2024 KOBI-TV NBC5. All rights reserved unless otherwise stated.

Washington Square News—Opinion: NYU needs to remove the wall at Gould Plaza. NYU claims to be a “campus without walls,” despite actively building barriers — both on campus and between students. Gould Plaza, a shared community space in front of the Stern School of Business, is now walled off by hastily-constructed green plywood boards. This wall was installed hours after a pro-Palestinian encampment at the plaza, where This story Opinion: NYU needs to remove the wall at Gould Plaza appeared first on Washington Square News.