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Maintaining mental wellness is something many of us struggle with throughout our lives. The stress and pressures of college life affect each individual differently. Stress is the most common cause of ill health in our society, constituting 70% of all visits to family doctors. Whether you are feeling lonely, depressed, or simply require emotional support, this website contains a variety of resources where assistance can be reached. College life is a hectic one which requires not only physical health, but also a keen sense of mental health. We all succumb to stress every once in awhile, but sometimes the stress gets the best of us, inhibiting our daily lives and overall mental health. Maintaining mental health is key to your success here at Penn State, and if you think you need help, seek it out at one of the many services offered in the area. Whether through the Center for Counseling & Psychological Services(CAPS), or through one of the downtown establishments, the Jolt can help you get what you need. Check out the links at the bottom for a wide variety of services, even that of spiritual health and sleep deprivation.

On-Campus Services The Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) This center offers many therapy groups for a wide variety of issues. Most of these groups meet every week for 90 minutes. Penn State students only! Sign up FREE in 221 Ritenour Building or call 863-0395. Current Therapy Groups: General Therapy Groups Graduate Students & Returning Adult Groups Transition to University Life Group Minority Athlete Group Women's Therapy Group Men's Group Depression Group Sexual Assault Between Men Between Women Substance Dependence African American Women B.O.T.H. (Blend of Traditional Heritages) Stress Management Eating Disorder Group CAPS also offers programs which are a part of their Personal Issues Series (click for Semester Schedule). These sessions are held on Wednesday nights at 7:00pm in the HUB. Off-Campus Services Local Help Center for Well-being 123 Mount Nittany Rd., Lemont (814)283-7577 This center helps individuals deal with stress, addictions, depression, anxiety, relationships, loss, trauma, and illness. Counseling Alternatives Group 444 E. College Ave. 237-4133 This group deals with problems concerning living relationship issues and life transitions. Wellspring From on Drugs, Inc. 139 Pugh St. 237-5855 Crisis Hotline: 235-1890 All services are free! A 24-hour hotline and drop-in short-term counseling are available. Barbara Marder, Counselor 1332 Pugh St. 234-0181 Offers individual, couple, and family counseling dealing with depression, loss, relationships, women's issues, abuse, and stress. Center for Mental Health 3939 South Atherton St. 466-6271 Other Relevant Information Information Links HelpDepression.com - Provides background information on depression PsychologyInfo.com - Various hotline information and more SleepNet.com - Guide to sleeping disorders SleepFoundation.org - Information concerning sleeping habits PsychWWW.com - Provides facts about preventing and surviving stress StressLinks - Provides information on stress management and also includes emotional wellness links Health.org - Provides information about drug and alcohol addictions SpiritualityHealth.com - Information to improve spiritual health