ArticleGlobal health action2026
The phenomenon of ragging: violence among university students in Sri Lanka.
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backgroundRagging is an initiation ritual in Sri Lankan universities where senior students harass newcomers. This practice leads to severe consequences such as depression, increased dropouts, and suicide, yet research on this issue remains scarce.
objectiveThis thesis aimed to explore ragging through the perspectives of students and university affiliates and to assess the prevalence of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) among students.
methodsStudy I was a cross-sectional survey (
resultsStudy I found that 59% of students experienced ragging, 54% reported health consequences, and most sought help from friends and family. Ragging prevalence varied by faculty and year of study. Study II revealed that ragging was used to establish power and address social inequalities. Study III identified themes of normalization, fear of reprisal, and resistance among staff. Study IV showed that 31% of students experienced MDD. MDD prevalence was associated with students' ethnicity.
conclusionRagging is a pervasive issue with significant mental health consequences. Effective interventions require a multisectoral approach to create a safe and supportive university environment, enabling all students to thrive.
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