Rowan University to offer free mental health crisis support services for students

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Monday, September 25, 2023
Rowan University to offer free mental health crisis support services for students
New Jersey's Rowan University is adding free mental health crisis support services this fall for students.

GLASSBORO, New Jersey (WABC) -- New Jersey's Rowan University is adding free mental health crisis support services this fall for students.

Experienced counselors will be available 24 hours a day on a telehealth program.

Rowan reports four student suicides since 2017 - all from a parking garage near campus.

Back in 2021, students rallied for better support services.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide - free, confidential help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call or text the national lifeline at 988.

Find support for issues with mental health, drugs, or alcohol through the Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration, a part of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.

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