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Write a health issue goal for the topic of mental health/mental illness in college students.
Only in recent decades has mental illness lost some of its taboo status. For centuries the topic was swept under the rug, but as society has evolved, it’s become part of the national conversation. Half a century ago, college may have seemed impossible to students with psychiatric disabilities, but today’s campuses are rapidly working to improve and expand mental health services and create environments that are welcoming to students coping with mental illness. In addition to having on-campus psychiatrists and counselors, nonprofit organizations are also starting to develop campus chapters. Below are some of the common mental illnesses seen on college campuses.
Mental Health Issues Affecting College Students
Addiction and Substance Use Disorders.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Anxiety Disorders.
Bipolar Disorder.
Eating Disorders.
Depression / Suicide.
Self-Injury.
Sleeping Issues and Disorders