There is overcrowding and a shortage of resources. Students are under greater pressure to succeed. The financing of students has changed and there is pressure on employment. These problems all add to students' worries. Students may only see their tutors at the beginning of term, so tutors are unable to spot any developing psychological or study-related problems early on.
All universities now have counselling services on campus.
The parents had waited until the student had started college in the mistaken belief that the break-up would be less painful then. Counsellors are now seeing more students who have suffered sexual, physical or emotional abuse from their parents or relatives. Family breakdowns may deter students from forming real relationships with peers as they fear those will also end, according to Ann Heyno of the University of Westminster's counselling and advisory service. The number of students considering suicide has risen greatly. Being over-sensitive and vulnerable Fear without a reason for it Bursts of anger or impatience Feeling guilty and unworthy Physical aches and pains and the fear that these may indicate a serious illness Being unable to put thoughts into words, to talk naturally to others or even smile.