Student Support Center (SSC) is formed at JSS AHER, Mysuru with the support of the Department of Psychiatry and the Department of Clinical Psychology.
Student Support Center (SSC) provides free and confidential direct individual counseling services for a variety of concerns including, stress, burnout, time management, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, and other matters related to a student's overall mental well-being. The Center also provides resource information on wellness topics and is responsible for student outreach programming designed to reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
Aims to provide comprehensive services under one roof to the students/staff. JSS AHER is a university that is constantly striving to maintain international standards of excellence, certainly in academic output, but equally in the holistic emotional, mental, and physical well-being of its students/staff. The World Health Organization has identified depression as the single largest contributor and the leading cause of mental and physical disability across the world. It is the second leading cause of death (by suicide) in the 15 - 29 years age group. According to the National Crime Records Bureau, a suicide is committed in India every five minutes and a third of all suicides in India fall within this age group. The Student Support Centre has linked with the WHO campaign on raising awareness around mental health and aspires to contribute to public education about issues that affect young people, such as sexual abuse, suicide, and substance abuse. etc.
"The counselors here are incredibly empathetic and supportive. They really understand the challenges students face and provide a safe space to talk about anything."
"Thanks to the counseling services, I've learned effective techniques to manage my stress and anxiety, which has significantly improved my academic performance."
"After attending sessions, I've noticed a remarkable improvement in my concentration and focus. It's been easier to stay on track with my studies."
"The counselors equipped me with practical coping strategies to deal with both personal and academic challenges. I feel more resilient and confident now."
"I really appreciate the confidentiality maintained during the sessions. It made me feel comfortable and trust the process completely."
"The counseling sessions have been a journey of self-discovery. I've learned so much about myself, which has positively impacted both my personal and academic life."
"The Student Support Center has played a huge role in raising awareness about mental health on campus. It's great to see such a proactive approach in promoting student well-being."
"The counselors provided valuable guidance that helped me make informed decisions about my career and academic path. Their advice was practical and tailored to my needs."
"The counseling services are easily accessible, and the staff is always available to help, even on short notice. It’s comforting to know that help is just a call away."
"Knowing that our child has access to professional counseling services gives us immense peace of mind. We trust that they are in good hands, and it's reassuring to know they have someone to turn to when we're not around."
"We've noticed a significant improvement in our child's overall well-being since they started using the counseling services. They seem happier, more focused, and better equipped to handle stress."
"The counselors have played a crucial role in helping our child achieve emotional stability during a challenging time. We're grateful for the compassionate and effective support provided."
"We are thankful for the timely intervention by the counselors, which helped prevent a minor issue from becoming a major concern. Their proactive approach has made a big difference."
"The center provides a positive and nurturing environment where students feel safe to express themselves. It's wonderful to see our child thriving in such a supportive setting."
"The counseling services are easily accessible, and the staff has always been available whenever our child needed them. This level of support is truly commendable."