Mental Health Peer

I understand the Mental Health Peer Program as the first line of defense in preventing, detecting, and helping students understand and solve basic mental health challenges. Educating students is a huge part of what peers do to try and not only prevent mental health from going unnoticed, but also to reduce the stigma that is attached to it. To do this, peers put on programs that bring attention to what a healthy relationship looks like, how to recognize and diffuse stress, and how to start the conversation about mental health. Peers are also in charge of the massage and egg chairs which are open to all students. These are beneficial to anyone who has had a stressful day and just need a couple minutes to wind down and relax. The peers are utilized