College Students and Mental Health

The majority of today's college students are generally happy with their lives and optimistic about their future. But many students will struggle at some point during their college careers with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns. In fact, according to the Jed Foundation, half of college students have felt so depressed that they are unable to function. Regrettably, students overall are reluctant to take advantage of the mental health resources available to them. So how do we make sure that students get the help that they need? We take responsibility for our friends and classmates, and make OSU a more supportive place to live, work and play. In one word, we REACH!

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Who We Are:

The REACH campaign is sponsored by the OSU Campus Suicide Prevention Program, with the help of our many campus and community partners. The overall mission of the Ohio State University Campus Suicide Prevention Program is to develop a comprehensive, effective, culturally responsive, and sustainable system of suicide prevention for all students at The Ohio State University. For more information, please visit http://suicideprevention.osu.edu.

The OSU REACH Campaign

"Reach out and help someone, reach out and talk to someone, reach out to make a difference."

Did you know that friends are the first place students turn when they are in emotional distress? You can make a difference in someone else's life just by being willing to listen and being willing to help. It's simple, but it saves lives. Click on "Reach" to learn more.