Journal of International Students
Volume 5, Issue 3, 2015, Pages 306-312

Psychological symptoms and concerns experienced by international students: Outreach implications for counseling centers (Article)

Poyrazli S.*
  • a The Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, United States

Abstract

This study examines psychological symptoms and concerns experienced by international students. Participants identified with a variety of psychological symptoms and concerns. The top three were related to academics (71%), career (60%), and stress (43%). In addition, 34% of the participants indicated being concerned about depression and/or anxiety. For married students, the top three concern areas were related to academics, career, and stress, but 27% of participants also indicated experiencing couple and marital problems. Implications for outreach activities for counseling centers are discussed in light of these findings. © 2015, Journal of International Students.

Author Keywords

Psychological concerns International students Outreach Psychological symptoms

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Link
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ISSN: 21623104
Cited by: 9
Original Language: English