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  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • University students experience academic pressures impacting mental well-being.
  • Mental health conditions and suicidal behaviors are significant concerns in this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, social support) and suicide risk among Costa Rican university students.
  • To identify factors contributing to suicide risk in the student population.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional, correlational, and predictive research design.
  • Census sample of 76 university students surveyed online.
  • Utilized validated scales for depression, anxiety, social support, and suicide risk.

Main Results:

  • 38.20% reported moderate-severe depression; 32.90% indicated suicide risk.
  • Significant correlations found between mental health conditions and suicide risk (p=0.001).
  • Depression was a key predictor of increased suicide risk (p=0.001).

Conclusions:

  • A notable portion of university students experience adverse mental health and suicide risk.
  • Existing literature supports the link between poor mental health and suicide risk in students.
  • Development of tailored care strategies is essential for at-risk students.