In the wake of the recent Rutgers tragedy, the Division of Student Development and Campus Life will be holding two check-in sessions on Monday, October 4 at 11 a.m. to Noon, and 4-5 p.m., in the Drop-in Center with professional staff and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) psychologists. Stop by with questions, to dialogue, or to just check-in.

For more information contact The Center For Non Violence and Peace Initiatives at (973) 655-7703 or the LGBT Center at (973) 655-7563.

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Montclair State University Office of Counseling and Psychological Services would like to remind you of the many resources available to you.  If you or a friend needs support, the following information is important to keep in mind:

Helping a Friend
If someone you know:

• Says they can’t make the sadness go away
• Talks about death or suicide
• Says they feel hopeless
• Appears distressed, even if they don’t say it verbally
• Gives away prized possessions
• Has survived an emotional, physical or sexual assault
• Takes unnecessary risks

You can help your friend by:

• Taking this seriously
• Asking questions . . . remember that inquiring about suicide can only help
• Letting your friend do the talking
• Listening to what your friend has to say
• Letting your friend know that you will help
• Connecting your friend with a counselor or doctor
• Calling CAPS at(973-655-5211 for consultation
  

Resources for Making a Difference
On Campus:

• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): 973-655-5211
• Health Center: 973-655-3459
• University Police: 973-655-5222
• Drop in Center: 973-655-5271
• Center for Non-Violence: 973-655-7033
• LGBT Center: 973-655-7563
• Women’s Center: 973-655-5114
• Disability Resource Center: 973-655-5431
• Newman Center: 973-655-7240
  

Off Campus:

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline
  (English) 1-800-273-TALK
  (Spanish) 1-800-628-9454
  

Just the Facts:

• Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among college students.
• 18-24 year olds think about suicide more than any other age group.
• 1 in 12 college students has made a suicide plan.
• Many people who contemplate suicide do not really want to die . . . talking with them about their suicidal feelings may save their life.
• Suicide is preventable . . . you can help.
  

Sponsored by Montclair State University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (www.montclair.edu/caps/)
(adapted from Kent State University – www.uhs.kent.edu)