Please call 9-8-8 or text SAVE to 9-8-8 if you are in suicidal crisis or in emotional distress. In case of a life-threatening emergency, please call 9-1-1
Other Resources
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Peer Listeners are trained student volunteers provide empathetic and non-judgmental support to their peers. They provide a confidential listening ear for students to express their thoughts and emotions, receive validation, and explore coping strategies in a supportive environment.
Medtal Health is a free, anonymous online support program for medical students with the goal of providing social support and information on free mental health resources including crisis support lines
The purpose is to offer students an opportunity to speak anonymously with fellow students about issues they may be experiencing that are associated with aspects of medical school such as stress, anxiety, feelings of depression, and isolation
Organize workshops and seminars on various mental health topics, such as stress management, anxiety reduction, mindfulness practices, and building resilience. These events can provide students with valuable information and practical skills to enhance their mental well-being.
We plan to launch campus-wide awareness campaigns to raise visibility and understanding of mental health issues. These campaigns can include posters, flyers, social media campaigns, and events that promote open discussions and encourage students to seek help when needed.
Our greater initiative is to expand this program and include all medical school is the Chicago area. This will allow for more students to use the program and encourage more students to seek help during their times of mental distress.
We are open to hearing from you! Please click here to access a suggestion box on concerns and suggestion that you have regarding mental health on campus.