All articles tagged with #college students
A study finds that adverse childhood experiences are linked to increased ADHD symptoms in college students, with self-compassion and emotion regulation playing mediating roles; promoting self-kindness may help mitigate these symptoms.
The article discusses how California college students are increasingly relying on campus food pantries due to delays and uncertainties in federal SNAP benefits caused by the government shutdown, highlighting the broader issue of food insecurity among students nationwide.
A study from George Mason University found that college students tend to eat more in social and formal dining settings, often underestimating their food intake, which contributes to the common 'Freshman 15' weight gain phenomenon. The research highlights the influence of environment, social context, and perception on dietary habits, emphasizing the need for digital tools in dietary assessment.
Vice President Vance engaged with college students at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi, addressing questions on immigration, foreign policy, and political unity, while honoring the memory of Charlie Kirk, the organization's founder.
A study by Binghamton University found that autistic college students experience significantly higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to their non-autistic peers, highlighting the need for targeted mental health support and further research into the factors affecting their well-being.
"Drunkorexia," a combination of alcohol abuse and disordered eating, is a concerning trend particularly among college students, driven by societal pressures for thinness and emotional stress. This behavior, which includes fasting and binge drinking, poses significant health risks and is not yet an official medical diagnosis. Addressing drunkorexia requires professional help, self-awareness, and mindfulness to foster a healthier relationship with food and alcohol.
Diagnoses of PTSD among college students more than doubled from 2017 to 2022, rising from 3.4% to 7.5%, according to a study published in JAMA Open Network. The study, which analyzed responses from over 390,000 students, also found a significant increase in acute stress disorder. Researchers attribute the rise to broader societal stressors such as the pandemic, school shootings, and other traumatic events, highlighting the need for targeted mental health interventions.
PTSD diagnoses among college students more than doubled from 2017 to 2022, rising sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. The prevalence increased from 3.4% to 7.5%, with broader societal stressors like campus shootings and social unrest contributing to the surge. The study highlights a pressing need for PTSD treatment on college campuses, as young adults face significant mental health challenges exacerbated by the pandemic.
The prevalence of PTSD among college students more than doubled from 3.4% in 2017 to 7.5% in 2022, largely due to the coronavirus pandemic and other societal stressors, according to new research analyzing over 390,000 participants.
The Biden administration is taking aim at "junk fees" for college students and student loan borrowers, targeting four specific types of fees: student loan origination fees, college banking fees, automatic charges for textbooks, and leftover money in student meal plans. The administration aims to end these fees and provide more transparency for students, building on previous efforts to make the cost of college more transparent and prevent schools from withholding transcripts.
Chaos erupted on South Florida beaches as Spring Break kicked off with a massive brawl involving bikini-clad college students, prompting increased police presence in Fort Lauderdale. The annual getaway turned into a melee, reminiscent of a UFC match, with no clear reason for the brawl, although alcohol likely played a role. Miami's decision to impose new restrictions ahead of Spring Break seems to have shifted the madness up the coast, as Fort Lauderdale absorbs the massive party scene.
Sidechat, an anonymous social media app popular among college students, has faced scrutiny for a rise in hateful posts, particularly during the Israel-Hamas war. The app has been central to congressional probes into antisemitism at universities, prompting discussions with Harvard and the Anti-Defamation League. Despite efforts to enforce content moderation guidelines, concerns persist about the app's role in allowing hate speech on college campuses. The controversy raises questions about the responsibility of universities in policing anonymous app usage and the need for stronger partnerships between schools and social media platforms.
The Biden administration's rollout of a new system for federal financial aid has faced delays and glitches, prompting a government watchdog to open two investigations. The delays have affected the processing of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) applications, causing colleges to delay admissions deadlines and potentially impacting students' ability to receive financial aid. The Government Accountability Office is investigating the Department of Education's handling of the process, citing critical gaps in developing cost estimates and scheduling.
The Department of Education announced that colleges and universities will not receive students' financial aid applications until at least early March due to an error in calculating aid eligibility, causing delays for millions of college students. The delay stems from a new, simplified FAFSA form rollout and the failure to update tables used to calculate family eligibility based on inflation. This has left schools scrambling and financially vulnerable students at risk, with the inability to make corrections to their forms until March. The Department of Education stated that 3.1 million FAFSA forms have been successfully submitted since the redesigned application went live, and emphasized the importance of updating calculations to help more students qualify for financial aid.
Four college students from Asbury University were rescued from the top of Courthouse Rock in the Red River Gorge using a helicopter after becoming stranded due to unexpected snowfall during a camping trip. The students, who had climbed without ropes, were evaluated and found to be cold but okay. The rescue, which involved a rare helicopter landing on the rock, was carried out by Powell County Search and Rescue, Kentucky State Police, Redstar Wilderness EMS, and Wolfe County Search and Rescue.