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Passage: Mental health remains a topic surrounded by stigma in many communities, often discouraging people from seeking professional help even when they are struggling. University counseling centers report a steady rise in students seeking support, suggesting attitudes may be slowly shifting among younger generations. However, access to affordable mental health services outside major cities remains extremely limited. Question: What is the author’s purpose in noting that counseling centers report a ‘steady rise’ in students seeking support?
A. To suggest students should avoid counseling centers
B. To highlight a positive shift in attitudes toward seeking mental health help ✅
C. To argue that mental health problems are increasing among students
D. To criticize universities for inadequate counseling staff
