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Penn State Altoona encourages college community to advocate for mental health

As a new academic year begins, Penn State Altoona encourages students, faculty and staff to become recognized as mental health advocates through Suspenders4Hope. Credit: Penn State. Creative Commons

ALTOONA, Pa. — As a new academic year begins, Penn State Altoona encourages students, faculty and staff to become recognized as mental health advocates through Suspenders4Hope.

The program is a comprehensive approach to reducing mental health stigma, strengthening connections, improving emotional well-being and encouraging others to seek help. It includes an awareness campaign, an online evidence-based suicide prevention training and a wellness curriculum.

Learn more about the program on the Health and Wellness website and help create a community of care and safety.

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