In a recent anonymous survey, more than 50 percent of college students admitted to having at least one episode of suicidal thinking.

"The majority of students described their typical episode of suicidal thinking as intense and brief, with more than half the episodes lasting one day or less. The researchers found that, for a variety of reasons, more than half of students who experienced a recent suicidal crisis did not seek professional help or tell anyone about their suicidal thoughts."

The authors of the study have suggested that a new model be developed for identifying and treating students who are suicidal. Their recommendation includes focusing on thoughts and behaviors, rather than waiting for students to be in crisis. Source: MediLexicon

Labels: college-students, mental_health, suicide