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Many students face barriers to mental health services . About 60% of students who screen positive for depression or anxiety do not receive mental health counseling Students report several factors that cause them to receive fewer services (counseling, therapy, or medications) than preferred: ● • Financial reasons: 18% Not sure where to go: 14% Difficulty finding available appointment: 9% • No barriers: 54% Source. Healthy Minds. Winter 2021. MIDWESTERN HIGHER EDUCATION COMPACT

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