But the fact is that many students deal with everyday stresses and other problems that lead to depression. However, the counseling services at Asbury have set out to inform and help students in areas that everyone ignores. One of their major tools was the National Depression Day Screenings for students. On Thursday, Oct. 8, students could fill out forms to see if they had symptoms of depression. Depression is a very real condition, and needs to be taken seriously.
Some symptoms are energy loss, a feeling of worthlessness, loss of appetite and fatigue.
Although many students do not take depression seriously, many do understand the importance of screenings and counseling on campus. I think there are a lot more than we realize. They mask it. Depression and other problems are very real and can be dealt with at the Asbury College Counseling Services. While these problems will always be present on our campus, it is important to realize that help can be had through counseling or other ways.