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Beyond Stigma: Campus Groups Champion Mental Health
19 Jul
Summary
- Student mental health societies actively organize workshops and peer support.
- Many university students report significant psychological distress and anxiety.
- Initiatives include counseling, wellness circles, and creative stress relief.
Student mental health societies are actively fostering well-being across the University of Delhi. These groups organize diverse initiatives, including psychologist-led sessions, art-based workshops, and community events, to encourage open conversations about mental health.
Recognizing that a majority of young adults in Indian higher education experience psychological distress, anxiety, and depression, these campus groups provide crucial peer support. Initiatives range from peer listening and wellness circles to awareness campaigns and free counseling services.
Examples include Hansraj College's dedicated counseling unit and Kirori Mal College's Empathia society, which trains students to support their peers. Zakir Husain Delhi College's NAFS hosts sessions like 'Sukoon' for healthy coping mechanisms and uses creative methods like smashing clay cups to express emotions.
These efforts aim to break down the stigma surrounding mental health, replacing judgment with empathetic dialogue and helping students realize they are not alone in their struggles. The goal is to create safe spaces where students can share their challenges and access resources, making professional help feel less intimidating.
