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Suicidality in Rural College Students: An Integrative Review
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|April 12, 2022
Summary
Rural college students face higher suicide risks. Depression is a key risk factor, while religiosity may protect, but evidence-based interventions are lacking for this vulnerable group.
Area of Science:
- Psychosocial Nursing
- Mental Health Services Research
- Rural Health
Background:
- Suicide is a leading cause of death for young adults (15-24 years).
- Non-metropolitan/rural counties report higher suicide rates.
- College/university students in rural areas may face unique risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore risk and protective factors for suicidality in rural college/university students.
- To identify stressors and barriers to psychological help-seeking in this population.
- To review evidence-based interventions for suicide prevention.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search (2008-2021) following PRISMA guidelines.
- Inclusion of nine studies meeting specific criteria.
- Data classification into risk factors, protective factors, stressors, and help-seeking barriers.
Main Results:
- Depression identified as a significant risk factor for suicidality.
- Religiosity emerged as a potential protective factor.
- Decreased social support and various barriers impede psychological help-seeking.
Conclusions:
- No evidence-based interventions for suicide prevention in rural college students were identified.
- Further research is critically needed to develop and evaluate targeted interventions.
- Addressing specific stressors and help-seeking barriers is essential for this population.
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