This study examined the link between university students' mental health and their support systems, focusing on their preferred sources and types of support available through universities.
A survey and interviews with 1,121 students revealed that 39.4% experienced anxiety and 32.6% showed signs of depression, with those having stronger support systems and resilience reporting fewer symptoms.
The research highlighted that students favored peer support and found university support services, particularly updated guidelines, less helpful than familial and peer support, leading to recommendations for more proactive, holistic approaches to mental health care in universities.