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Thursday, October 6, is National Depression Screening Day, and the Counseling Center will have tables set up in the Student Union Plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to raise mental health awareness and to spread the word about our free, completely anonymous, and confidential online screenings.

Everyone experiences sadness, stress, and anxiety from time to time, but if you or a member of our community is feeling overwhelmed and depressed, it may be time to assess your emotional health. Depression is a treatable illness, and early detection is the key. Recognizing signs and seeking treatment lead to quicker recovery time and overall improved quality of life.

Brief screenings are the quickest way to determine if you should connect with a mental health professional. Anyone can take the free online screenings anytime. The Counseling Center website houses several online screening tools, so feel free to explore. 

The purpose of the online screening is to provide personalized feedback. Immediately following your questionnaire, you will see your results, recommendations, and resources.

If you are ever worried about someone having thoughts of suicide, there are 24-hour numbers to call: (800) 273-8255 (Suicide Prevention Lifeline) and (716) 834-3131 (Crisis Services).

A variety of resources are available if you are concerned about a student, yourself, or a loved one. Students can come to the Counseling Center, on the second floor of Weigel Health Center, for services. Other members of our community can call their own health-care providers or go to the Employee Assistance Program for a consultation and to get referrals for follow-up care.