Experts have reported a recent increase in the number of college students with severe psychological problems, including music majors. The principal purpose of the current study was to compare perceived burnout levels (emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and lack of personal accomplishment) of college music students by year in school, major,…

This study identified personality differences between college students who had and who did not have emotional problems, and then used these personality differences to predict emotional problems in other students. (Editor)

College students (N=136) completed a questionnaire indicating the relative likelihood that they would turn to seven potential help-givers with personal or career problems. For personal problems, students indicated they would turn to a close friend for help. For career problems, students would seek help from a professional. (Author)

Many American colleges and universities have developed successful programs to help prepare students for the culture shock associated with living and studying overseas, but have been less effective in aiding students as they return home and experience "reverse culture shock" or the problems associated with reentry. Culture and reentry…

Of 325 students who sought counseling services, males were significantly higher in loneliness than females, while females were significantly higher in depression than males. The greater loneliness of male counseling-seekers than that of females is discussed. These gender differences in depression appear to be consistent across cultures. (54…

Reports the development of a counseling program for student athletes in which the athletic counselor's role has been expanded to that of identifying and assisting with the athletes' personal, vocational, and academic concerns. A course in counselor education targeted toward athletes is reported. (Author)

Brings to life a portrait of students who are recovering from psychological troubles, chemical dependencies, and/or instances of physical assault to illustrate how these students can benefit the college/university to which they apply, while also reaping benefits from the institution. (Author/NB)

A stratified random sample of 200 junior and senior undergraduates at the University of Maryland, College Park, was asked to complete a 51 item problem check list. This checklist covered six areas: typical university concerns, psychological concerns, cultural concerns, sexual relations concerns, racial concerns, and group living concerns. The most…

Surveys of 70 male and 80 female community college students about their attitudes toward abortion, sexual behavior, and life problems support abortion rights. Antiabortion students were more religious, less sexually active, and less likely to know someone who had an abortion. Many students currently experienced serious problems. (SLD)