I learned that, among other things, music is very good at inspiring people and generally brings out our rawest emotions; this makes it a great way to explore your emotions and have have a better control on what exactly you are feeling.
— student participant
❤️ Wellness Support
Campus Resources
- Health and Wellness: Offers a range of vital services and support to help students maintain physical, emotional, and personal wellness.
- Great Hill Trails: Provides outdoor trails for recreational activities, allowing students to engage with nature and promote physical fitness.
- Thornburg Fitness Center: A facility equipped with various fitness equipment to support students’ health and wellness goals.
- Peer Educators: Undergraduate students trained to educate peers on health issues, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding alcohol, drugs, and related health topics. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Local and National Resources
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 for free, 24/7 confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources.
- SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration): Comprehensive resources on mental health, substance use, crisis support, disaster preparedness, recovery, and treatment options.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Access a helpline at (800) 950-NAMI and find resources to support mental health.
- Find a Warmline: Connect with a peer-run warmline for support and resources in your area.
- RAINN (National Sexual Assault Hotline): Call (800) 656-HOPE (4673) or access the live chat for confidential support.
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained counselor 24/7.
- Trans Lifeline: Peer support for the trans community. Call (877) 565-8860.
- The Trevor Project: Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. Call (866) 488-7386 or text START to 678678.
- Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM): Resources and education to support Black mental health and healing.
- National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline: Support and resources for individuals affected by eating disorders. Call (800) 931-2237 or text NEDA to 741741.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: Support for individuals experiencing domestic violence. Call (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.
- FindTreatment.gov: Locate mental health treatment options across the U.S.
