Active Minds

Active Minds is a non-profit organization that recognizes mental illnesses. It’s creator, Alison Malmon, established the organization following the suicide of her brother who suffered from a mental illness in silence. Active Minds has become an advocate for mental illness for young adults all across the nation. It provides useful tools such as a complete page of mental health resources and a National Suicide Prevention Hotline for those severely suffering and in need of immediate help. For those who want to contribute to the cause, it offers volunteer opportunities, internships and careers with the organization. Active Minds seems like a great idea where young adults can gain support and not feel alone. It provides resources that they can access, especially if they are suffering in silence. College students face some of the toughest times dealing with the stresses of classes, relationships, future plans and much more. An organization like Active Minds serves as a good support system. It’s also good for families to gain information if they suspect someone is struggling.