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Students Seek Faith-Based Support Amid Mental Health Crisis

5/2/2025

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At the University of Georgia, students are turning to faith-based and peer support for mental health as traditional resources dwindle. The tragic suicide in February 2024 sparked urgent conversations about mental health, revealing the struggles many face in accessing counseling services. Organizations like Active Minds are pushing for essential changes to meet this pressing need.

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Story summary

At the University of Georgia, students are turning to faith-based and peer support for mental health as traditional resources dwindle. The tragic suicide in February 2024 sparked urgent conversations about mental health, revealing the struggles many face in accessing counseling services. Organizations like Active Minds are pushing for essential changes to meet this pressing need.