BY YIZHANG ZHANG
Boston- In recent years, there has been increasing concern about the mental health of college students. From high levels of stress and anxiety to depression and suicidal ideation, college students face a range of mental health challenges impacting their ability to learn, grow and thrive.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, over 75% of all mental health conditions start before 24.
One of the pressure college students faces is academic pressure. Many students are struggling to cope with the demands of academic life. Students are worrying about their grades and performances in classes.
Emerson College student Quinn says her pressure comes from "mainly life, but definitely academic as well. There is a lot of stress from the academic side."
Many colleges and universities are ramping up their student mental health services and resources. These include increased counseling services, support groups, and online resources and tools to help students manage their mental health.
"I think trying to allocate my time wisely. Like when I am doing my homework, I try to only focus on that," says Katie, a sophomore Emerson College student.
As college students continue to face significant mental health challenges, it is still crucial that colleges and universities prioritize mental health and provide the resources and support necessary to help students thrive.
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