College of the Overwhelmed - The Campus Mental Health Crisis and What to Do About It (Paperback)

Written for parents, students, college counselors, and administrators, College of the Overwhelmed is a landmark book that explores the stressors that cause so many college students to suffer psychological problems. The book is filled with insights and stories about the current mental health crisis on our nation's campuses and offers: A hands--on guide for helping students overcome stress and succeed in a college environment. An examination of the effects of such commonplace stress factors such as: identity development, relationships, sexuality, roommate problems, academic pressures, extracurricular demands, parental expectations, and racial and cultural differences that affect self--worth. Personal stories of students under stress and describes how they overcame a variety of problems. The warning signs and symptoms of common problems, including depression, sleep disorders, substance abuse, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, impulsive behaviors, and suicide. Order your copy now.

General

Imprint:	Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2005
First published:	August 2005
Authors:	RD Kadison
Dimensions:	237 x 166 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	304
ISBN-13:	978-0-7879-8114-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Abnormal psychology Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > Students / student organizations Promotions
LSN:	0-7879-8114-1
Barcode:	9780787981143

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