Student in wheelchair using telehealth for a mental health appointment

AI-Powered Mental Health Support: How Technology Is Transforming Student Counseling

Ancillary Coverages, Student Health, Value-Added Benefits

Mental Health Support for Students

The Growing Demand for Mental Health Support
The pressures of academic life, social challenges, and global uncertainties have led to a rise in mental health concerns among students. While many University counseling centers are well staffed, others struggle to keep up with demand, leading to long wait times and overburdened staff. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), mental health issues in young adults have increased significantly in recent years. To bridge this gap, universities are turning to telehealth and AI-powered solutions that supplement traditional counseling methods and extend support to more students.

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man jogging and stretching over a bridge to promote health

Real Men Visit the Doctor: A Quick Overview of College-Aged Men’s Health

International Students, Student Health

Did you know that, according to survey data collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, men are half as likely to go to the doctor as women over a two-year period? Now imagine what the statistics would look like for a young college student at the height of his “invincibility”. In reality, men’s health has taken a backseat for many and it’s time to turn that around. 

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