External Sources

A.

The prevalence of anxiety and depression among college students has increased significantly over the past decade, with approximately 41% reporting symptoms of mental health conditions.

(American College Health Association, 2021)

B.

Mental health is a critical predictor of academic success, as students with untreated mental health conditions are twice as likely to drop out of college.

(Eisenberg et al., 2016)

C.

Sleep quality, physical activity, and social connections are closely linked to better mental health outcomes in university students.  

(Pedrelli et al., 2020)

D.

Students with access to mental health resources, such as counseling centers, report higher levels of academic engagement and overall satisfaction with their college experience.

(Xiao et al., 2021)

E.

Unmanaged mental health issues, including chronic stress, negatively impact cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and problem-solving.  

(Beiter et al., 2024)

F.

Integrating mental health education into the college curriculum can reduce stigma and encourage students to seek help when needed.

(Hunt & Eisenberg, 2018)