By age 25, after the students had graduated, there was no longer a gap in depression rates, the study found. "The first couple of years of higher education are a crucial time for development," she added. She told Fox News Digital, "There are differences in the higher education systems country to country." "Encouraging discussion and continuing public health education regarding mental health, reducing stigma and normalizing treatment can all help remove barriers to people getting the help that they need." Original article source: Depression and anxiety rates higher among college students than their peers, new study suggests

Source: Fox News December 01, 2023 23:58 UTC