by WestBridge | Sep 22, 2023 | Recovery, Wellness, WestBridge
According to the American Psychological Association, mental health disorders have reached an epidemic level on college campuses; in fact, one APA report referred to it as a “growing crisis.” Indeed, depression and anxiety are all too common on today’s college...
by WestBridge | Jul 14, 2023 | Mental Illness, Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
Going to college can be fun and exciting, but also daunting and overwhelming. It is not surprising that many college students—and in particular, college freshmen—deal with significant mental health maladies. In fact, some studies indicate that more than a quarter of...
by WestBridge | Sep 26, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
According to the National Institute on Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse: “More than 150,000 students develop an alcohol-related health problem [in college] and between 1.2 and 1.5 percent of students indicate that they tried to commit suicide within the past year due to...
by WestBridge | Jul 26, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
College can be a difficult and emotional transition for young adults. It’s a new social scene, there’s high academic pressure, and for many, it’s the first time away from home. Increased emotions of starting college typically pass within a few days or a couple of...
