College instructors' experiences with undergraduate students who have mental health symptoms: systematic review.

Objective: to synthesize peer-reviewed research exploring postsecondary instructors' experiences with undergraduate students with mental health (MH) symptoms.

Methods: English-language, peer-reviewed primary research articles published between 2010 and 2021 were included. Themes and subthemes were analyzed.

Results: Ten articles met criteria. Three themes emerged: , with subthemes , and ; , with subthemes and and with subthemes and . Lack of resources was the major reported impediment.

Conclusions: Several implications for institutions emerge. MH education should be provided for instructors. Institutions should ensure MH policies are clear and easily accessible. Institutions should acknowledge instructors' efforts with students. Finally, training on applicable laws surrounding student MH should be available.