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ArticleBehavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland)2025

From Pressure to Peril: Investigating the Drivers of Suicide Planning and Attempts in University Students Struggling with Academic Anxiety.

Gulzar H Shah, Masha Asad Khan, Maham Muzamil, Mahira Ahmed

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Gulzar H ShahJiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30460, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-0954-3418
Masha Asad KhanDepartment of Psychology, Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.
Maham MuzamilDepartment of Education, Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.ORCID 0000-0003-2029-0482
Mahira AhmedDepartment of Psychology, Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.ORCID 0000-0002-5344-9288

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Abstract

Self-harm is a growing public health concern, particularly among university students facing academic anxiety. This study explored the underlying factors driving suicide planning and attempts in this population. Using a qualitative design, we conducted thematic analysis of interviews with eight counselors and eight students from five public and private universities. Analysis via NVivo Software revealed six core themes: (1) current mental health support and coping strategies, (2) triggers of suicidal ideation linked to family and psychological stressors, (3) perceptions of campus mental health services, (4) cultural and societal misconceptions surrounding suicide, (5) institutional barriers to accessing mental health care, and (6) student-driven recommendations for prevention and support. These findings highlight the complex interplay between academic pressure, emotional distress, and limited institutional support. The study emphasizes the need for universities to enhance access to mental health services, reduce stigma through open dialogue and peer support, and engage families through targeted workshops. Tailored interventions addressing academic, emotional, and familial challenges-such as flexible deadlines and improved counseling access-can significantly reduce suicidal ideation and promote student well-being.

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academic anxietyacademic pressurecoping mechanismscultural stigmamental health supportself-harmstudent well-beingsuicidal ideation

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PMCPMC12730077

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