What are some struggles in college?

Common Issues

• Social anxiety, general anxiety, test anxiety, or panic attacks.
• Family expectations or problems.
• Depression, lack of energy or motivation, hopelessness, being overwhelmed, low self-esteem, homesickness, loneliness.
• Relationship difficulties (emotional and physical aspects of intimate relationships)

How can poor people afford college?

1. Apply for scholarships. Potential savings: $100 up to a full ride.
2. Apply for financial aid and grants. Potential savings: Varies (but could cover all college costs)
3. Negotiate with the college for more financial aid.
4. Get a work-study job.
5. Trim your expenses.
6. Take out federal student loans.
7. Consider private student loans.

What happens if a college student is depressed?

Being depressed in college can sometimes lead to getting lower grades, missing out on big social opportunities, experiencing physical health problems, or engaging in risky behavior such as unsafe sex, drug abuse, or binge drinking. For a clinically depressed (and untreated) college student, suicide is another potential outcome.

Do you feel sad or anxious in college?

At any given time, thousands upon thousands of college and university students feel so sad, anxious, lonely, isolated, or overwhelmed that they have trouble functioning in their day-to-day lives. Those types of intense feelings, especially when they persist for a long time, can have serious consequences.

Are college students struggling with mental health issues?

In fact, some mental health experts believe that it’s on the rise. At any given time, thousands upon thousands of college and university students feel so sad, anxious, lonely, isolated, or overwhelmed that they have trouble functioning in their day-to-day lives.

What happens to students who can’t afford their tuition?

Between struggling to pay for books, materials needed for class, getting to class and even eating, students are required to come out of pocket to pay for unexpected expenses that were not included in their tuition. Take for example the student at California State University, Long Beach, whose only form of transportation was booted yesterday.