Depression

Awareness
Danielle Peracchio, Alexis Luft
and Aicha Souidi

Why Depression?
Depression is becoming more prevalent on college campuses

Study done by the American College Health Association

4.6% increase in the amount of college students with depression

Only a small amount of students seek the help they actually need

Formative Research: Survey

44% of respondents were somewhat familiar with recognizing the
symptoms of depression
38% of respondents experience symptoms of depression
88% stated they know someone who shows symptoms of depression
Only 12% feel extremely comfortable seeking help for their depression

Formative Research: Interview

Interview with Director of Counseling Services: Bill Phillips
Depression is of top 3 issues on Bryant campus
Support groups are unsuccessful
Continuity
Anonymity

Depression is an underappreciated genetic issue

Medically connected

Believes that attitudes toward depression need to change

Goal of our Campaign

To spread Depression awareness
on Bryant campus while
increasing the amount of
students who actively seek the
necessary help

Plan of Action
Hold Depression Awareness Day for
campaign
Bryant Stands Up
Pass out bracelets with slogan
Stand up to the Stigma
Pass out informational pamphlets
Promote Office of Counseling Services
Provide vital info regarding depression
Take photos for social media accounts

Future Thoughts
To keep awareness
Monthly event in the Rotunda
Update social media platforms

Continuity
Establish a club
E-board

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