It is an acknowledged fact that life as a young adult is very challenging. The changes in the body and environment as they move from a structured school environment to college and university can sometimes be an overwhelming experience. As an adolescent or a young adult, it is easier to talk about their issues with someone who is of their age or has a mindset like them, rather than with an adult. This makes peer counselling very effective, as it helps the adolescent comfortable to take that first step in addressing their problem.
Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM) recently launched MUCM Peers which consists of 32 students from all MUCM’s programmes. MUCM, which is one of the oldest providers of private healthcare education in Malaysia, is cognizant of what the future needs and holds for her students. An extension of Manipal Group from India, established in 1953, MUCM is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in September 2022