Kennesaw State University Counseling and Psychological Services will have depression screenings on campus Wednesday Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information tables will be set up in the Social Science building, in front of the Commons and at the library at various times throughout the day.
CPS is part of the Student Success Services Department and is designed to help KSU students succeed and reach their full potential through various outreach, personal and group programs. Their services include helping students adjust to college life, manage time and deal with roommate issues. CPS also helps with substance abuse, body image and family problems.
The depression screening is free, anonymous and confidential. It’s not a diagnosis nor a professional examination, but it is meant to educate and guide students who think they may be experiencing symptoms of depression.
Many colleges participate in depression screenings that include questionnaires intended to help individuals evaluate their mental health state and help decide whether they should pursue a professional evaluation.
Depression is a mental illness that interferes with a person’s everyday life, ranging from a minor to major disorder. Several factors can contribute to depression including stress and major life changes—two things college students often experience.
For more information on CPS or to make an appointment, visit their website at kennesaw.edu/studentsuccessservices/cps/cslgindex.html or visit them in Kennesaw Hall Student Success Services Room 2401.
Counceling & Psychological Services
Free October Events
Tuesday Oct. 16
KEEP CALM & CARRY ON
Learn meditation and relaxation techniques
Student Leadership Room
5-6 p.m.
Wednesday Oct. 17
NATIONAL DEPRESSION SCREENING DAY
Anonymous and confidential depression screening and assessment
Social Science Atrium between 10 a.m.-2 p.m., the Commons between 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and the Library between 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
Wednesday Oct. 24
NO MORE DRAMA
Learn to handle drama
Student Rec & Wellness Center Room 130
12:30 p.m.
GOT ANXIETY?
Learn about anxiety and how to deal with it
University Villiage Suites, 2nd Floor Study Room
5:30-6:30 p.m.
For more information visit KSU CPS in Kennesaw Hall Room 2401 or visit kennesaw.edu/studentsuccessservices.
