Abstract
This exploratory study compares the College Student Stress Scale scores of 35 students who received mental health services, 36 students who received medical services, and a comparison group of 42 students who were enrolled in a college 100 class. Females were in the majority in both the medical and mental health groups, men had a slight majority in the classroom sample. The average age was similar in all groups, between 21-23. The predominant ethnic groups were non-Hispanic white in the medical and mental health groups, and Asian in the classroom group. Results indicated that nearly three-fourths in each group reported a later than expected graduation. Student Stress Scale scores were in the moderate range in total. The individual item with the highest score was academic matters, followed by financial matters, and meeting personal goals. Students who were receiving mental health treatment had higher stress level scores than medical patients or the classroom sample. Females scored higher than males in overall stress level. Students with higher stress levels were more likely to report a delayed graduation. Work and financial issues were reported most often as reasons for delayed graduation. Implications and areas for future research are outlined.
Presenters
Christine B. KleinpeterProfessor, School of Social Work, California State University, Long Beach, California, United States Marilyn K. Potts
Martha Ranney
Sharon Chen
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KEYWORDS
"Community College Student Health", " College Student Stress Levels", " Timely Graduation"
