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The speaker proposes a solution to address the epidemic of mental health issues among students by suggesting a mandatory 15-minute mental health resources discussion during syllabus week in every class. The aim is to normalize seeking help and make students aware of available resources without fear or shame. Despite potential arguments against the idea, the speaker emphasizes the importance of individual willingness to seek help. The episode concludes with a hope that the discussion has raised awareness on the issue. We are back again, and now I'd like to discuss my proposed solution to fix this epidemic. We heard from Mary Jane and Molly, and I don't know about you guys, but I definitely think changes should be made. My proposition? A mandatory 15-minute mental health resources discussion during syllabus week in every class. No bias, no awkwardness, just helpful information being provided. This normalizes seeking for help and even allows students to know of the resources without feeling the fear, shame, or even guilt of asking. And if you ask me, I think it's a great idea. But, like any solution, there obviously will be those who try to argue and make excuses for sometimes no reason, like at all. But anyways, some might argue that the discussion is repetitive since it takes place in every single class. Some might get uncomfortable, and some might not even show up to syllabus week. And the truth is, students are already required to complete a two-hour online alcohol course, but if we're being honest, no one actually takes it seriously. And honestly, there are students who don't even know that it exists, and they're like sophomores and juniors at this point. I myself just kind of skim through it to get it over with. And I mean, I could sit here and propose a solution to every single argument that I get, rebuttal, counter it, all of that. But at the end of the day, it comes down to each individual and whether they want to receive help or not. I can't save someone who doesn't want to be saved, and that's the reality of it. Unfortunately, our time has come to an end. I hope that today's interview, along with the national data and academic sources provided aid in raising awareness to this matter. I'm Rae, and this is From Silence to Support. ¶ music ¶