Study finds increase in mental health issues
By Sarah Salwen | October 5, 2001Whether the cause is an onslaught of midterms, trouble adjusting to a new environment or relationship worries, it is not unusual for students to experience psychological distress at some point during college. A recent study by the International Association of Counseling Services confirms this phenomenon, indicating that college mental health counselors report an increase in the number of college students with moderate to severe psychological problems. Eighty-five percent of counselors from 274 institutions that participated in the "National Survey of Counseling Center Disorders," an annual publication, said they saw a rise in the number of students with depression and anxiety disorders over the last five years. "There have been a number of studies over the years showing that students are seeking more counseling services," said Julia Routbort, assistant director of Counseling and Psychological Services at Student Health.
