Type of crisis: mental health among US university students and faculty

Role of academia/library: Academic libraries are helping students’ mental health by offering play-based activities like art supplies, games, and crafting to support their well-being.

Type of action: Proactive intervention, supporting students by providing resources (games) and activities

Link to the resource: Nance, M. K., (2022) “Playing for Keeps: How academic libraries are prioritizing student mental health and well-being through play”, The Journal of Play in Adulthood 4(2), 162-176. doi: https://doi.org/10.5920/jpa.1026