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Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS) located in Smith Hall at UNH.

UNH community reflects on increase of mental health problems

Stefanie Kistler April 21, 2022

DURHAM- As the academic year trudges toward its final leg, discussions on mental health in the wake of the pandemic and closing school year hover over students’ heads.      The ‘mid-semester...

UNH loses member of community, Vincenzo Lirosi

UNH loses member of community, Vincenzo Lirosi

Rhianwen Watkins December 9, 2021
A missing person alert reached UNH community members Saturday at 6:18 p.m. It was quickly followed by an email at 6:25 p.m., looking for student Vincenzo Lirosi, 22, of Massachusetts. A second email from President James Dean came in on Sunday around 6:14 p.m. bearing the tragic news that Lirosi’s body was found in the wooded area off Coe Drive that afternoon.  

Holmes announces death of UNH sophomore

Anna Kate Munsey May 7, 2021
On Tuesday, Senior Vice Provost for Student Life Kenneth Holmes sent out a message to the University of New Hampshire (UNH) community regarding the recent death of a student.
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UNH aims to support mental health of students

Hannah Donahue August 27, 2020
Over the summer the University of New Hampshire (UNH) announced their fall semester public health campaign #unhtogether. This campaign offers guidelines for the university community to help one another remain safe and healthy during the coronavirus (COVID-19). While public health and safety during a global pandemic is of extreme importance, the campaign is emphasizing the additional significance of mental health and wellbeing.
WellTrack – A resource for the UNH community struggling with stress, anxiety or depression

WellTrack – A resource for the UNH community struggling with stress, anxiety or depression

Hannah Donahue April 20, 2020
The University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS), in correspondence with Health and Wellness, released a new tool for people in the UNH community who suffer from moderate depression, stress, and anxiety.
PACS photo - courtesy of PACS

PACS remains open with continuity services

Hannah Donahue April 9, 2020
Despite the University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) decision to put classes online for the remainder of the semester, Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS) has remained open.
Eating Concerns Awareness Week at UNH

Eating Concerns Awareness Week at UNH

Hannah Donahue March 5, 2020
A Health & Wellness peer education group called Eating Concerns Mentors raised awareness about eating concerns across campus during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, which took place from Feb. 24 to March 1.
Campus responds to mental health concerns

Campus responds to mental health concerns

Hannah Donahue April 4, 2019
If you or someone you know is struggling or showing warning signs, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
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