For many young adults, college is the best time of
life. These critical years of adjustment can also
be undermined by depression, anxiety, substan
ce abuse and eating disorders. Researchers are
finding that many mental illnesses are traced to
trauma, whose damage surfaces in times of
stress and change, such as the college years.
The statistics listed below are evidence that
stress - in ourselves or in someone about whom we care – should be taken and treated seriously.
Having the blues, feeling a little anxious, or getting stressed from time to time are a part of life. All of the changes experienced in college can be very stressful. When these things start to interfere with daily life and your ability to function normally, it could be more serious than you realize.