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From the article: A massive international study has found that almost half of all first-year university students have experienced suicidal thoughts at some point in their lives, a rate significantly higher than that of the general population. The research, which is the largest of its kind ever conducted, also identified key risk factors, including childhood adversity and specific mental health conditions, that are associated with these thoughts and behaviors. The findings were [published](http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2025.116555) in the journal Psychiatry Research.

The transition to university represents a period of profound change and heightened stress for young people. Many students are leaving home for the first time, facing new academic pressures, and navigating complex social environments. Previous research has indicated that this age group has seen a concerning rise in suicidal ideation in recent years.

Scientists have long understood that factors like difficult childhood experiences and mental health disorders are linked to suicide risk. However, there was a need for a large-scale, comprehensive study to quantify the prevalence of these issues among a global student population and to better understand the specific pathways that lead from suicidal thoughts to plans and attempts. This investigation aimed to fill that gap by examining these connections in an exceptionally large and diverse group of students.

The research was conducted as part of the World Mental Health International College Student Initiative, a project led by Harvard University. Between 2017 and 2023, the researchers gathered data from nearly 73,000 students, most of whom were in their first year of university. The participants were spread across 71 universities in 18 different countries, including Australia, Canada, Spain, Kenya, Mexico, South Africa, and Sweden.