Mental Health Awareness Week Begins October 10

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year, raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilizing efforts in support of mental health. In honor of World Mental Health Day 2016, the campus community is asked to work together in taking a step toward decreasing mental health stigma at Montclair State University.

Out Of The Darkness

In collaboration with Active Minds, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is sponsoring the Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk on Saturday, October 15 as the capstone event for Mental Health Awareness Week.

Please help spread the word about CAPS services and prevention programs. Everyone in the campus community is welcome to attend the following events, many of which are co-sponsored by our campus partners.

Upcoming Events

Monday, October 10 – WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY

• Mental Health Week Table
  12-1 p.m.
  Student Center, Lobby
  Check out some mental health information and resources.
• Mental Health Awareness Week Launch Event
  3-5 p.m.
  Freeman/Russ Quad (or Kops Lounge in Russ Hall)
  There will be food, activities and fun.

Tuesday, October 11

• Building Resilience: Manage Stress and Overcome Obstacles
  1-2 p.m.
  Student Center, Room 417
  In this workshop, participants will learn skills to succeed and thrive as a Montclair State student, including stress/time management, self-care/balance, and strategies to overcome the challenges of student life.

Wednesday, October 12

• Making MSU Stigma Free
  2:30-3:30 p.m.
  Student Center, Room 419
  Join Active Minds, CAPS Mental Health Ambassadors, and Health Promotion Peer Advocates for a round table discussion focused on how we can work together to create a supportive and healthy campus.

• CSAM De-Stress Event
  (co-sponsored by Biology Club, Chemistry Club, Physics Club and CSAM)
  3-4 p.m.
  Center for Environmental & Life Sciences, Atrium
  Take a break and learn how to manage stress while enjoying fun activities.

Thursday, October 13

• Feel Good Fest (sponsored by Health Promotion)
  11 a.m.-3 p.m.
  Student Center, Ballrooms
• Depression and Anxiety Screening
  11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  Student Center, 2nd Floor Lobby
• Connecting Across Cultures
  Special Topic: Mental Health Stigma across Cultures
  3-4 p.m., Drop-In Center

Friday, October 14

• Mental Health Week Table
  11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
  Freeman/Russ Halls, Quad
  Check out some mental health information and resources.

Saturday, October 15

• Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
  Starts at Noon
  Student Center
  Register online or in-person on the day of the event at 11:30 a.m.. Walkers who raise $150.00 or more will receive a free t-shirt at the event. There will be food, activities and therapy dogs.

Got Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Jude M. Uy (uyj@mail.montclair.edu). For more information about our services visit CAPS website and visit our CAPS portal on Hawksync to find out more about upcoming events.