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Suicide and suicidal ideation among college students

  • John A. Yozwiak EMAIL logo , Carolyn M. Lentzsch-Parcells and Tamika C.B. Zapolski
Published/Copyright: August 1, 2012

Abstract

Suicide and suicidal ideation are a concern on college campuses. The prevalence data for suicidal thoughts and suicidal behavior among college students, and the associated risk factors, are reviewed. Important components of a prevention and intervention program are addressed. An integrated, multifaceted approach that involves collaboration among important stakeholders, and incorporates the unique features of each university may be beneficial. Once at-risk students are identified, a comprehensive assessment can be conducted. A treatment plan can then be developed that targets the unique factors related to suicidal ideation and suicidal behavior for each student. It is recommended that multidisciplinary teams be utilized in all phases of program development, implementation, assessment, and treatment.


Corresponding author: John A. Yozwiak, PhD, Division of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, 740 S Limestone, Kentucky Clinic J413, Lexington, KY 40536-0284, USA

Received: 2011-9-5
Accepted: 2011-10-23
Published Online: 2012-08-01
Published in Print: 2012-08-01

©2012 by Walter de Gruyter Berlin Boston

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