The Importance of Mental Health for College Students
Whether starting school this fall or heading back to campus for a new semester, college students are bound to encounter a time of excitement and change. While transitioning from summer break to starting school brings a great sense of independence, it also comes with an elevated sense of responsibility. Alongside these exciting changes in college, many students may face new mental health challenges, such as stress, anxiety, depression, exhaustion, or loneliness. According to a 2023 Healthy Minds survey, the majority of college students (more than 60 percent) meet the criteria for at least one mental health condition. This notes a nearly 50 percent increase since a decade prior in 2013. The formative years of college can be quite challenging [...]