On Wednesday, October 6th, 13th Street RAs Zach Fried and Malia Okusi hosted their "Ask-a-Shrink" program in the 13th Street Lounge. In an effort to raise awareness around National Mental Illness Week, Dr. Jerry Finkelstein, Director of Counseling Services at The New School, came to the residence hall to answer questions and discuss issues pertaining to mental health, depression, and the college transition. More than a dozen residents had the opportunity to discuss these issues, as well as ask specific questions anonymously, with Dr. Finkelstein. Residents also learned about different methods of measuring depression and self evaluation methods, and everyone enjoyed the dark chocolate that was on hand to help stimulate serotonin levels.
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