Factors Contributing to Suicide

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is one of the major factors responsible for suicidal tendencies among college students?

Family stress or prior history of mental health issues (correct)

Conflict with teachers or peers

Influence of social media or advertisements

Unemployment or low socio-economic conditions

Why do college students often struggle to cope with academic demands?

Due to lack of healthy inter-personal relationships

Because of adjusting to a new environment and peer pressure (correct)

Because of poor life skills

As they are under pressure to make a career choice

What can help students overcome suicidal tendencies?

Watching inspirational videos on social media

Participating in extracurricular activities

Focusing solely on academic achievement

Moral support from teachers, hostel authorities, and friends (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a cause of suicidal tendencies among college students?

Positive peer pressure Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for higher education institutions to address students' mental health needs?

Because at least one student dies by suicide every hour in India Signup and view all the answers

What can contribute to a student's inability to handle failure in academics or other activities?

Perceived lack of self-efficacy Signup and view all the answers

Why do students need moral support from teachers, hostel authorities, friends, and college employees?

To overcome suicidal tendencies Signup and view all the answers

What can help students cope with stress and anxiety?

Getting moral support from teachers, hostel authorities, friends, and college employees Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of winning trophies and prizes in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities?

It helps in strengthening credentials of the students Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to celebrate personal victory and accept failures gracefully?

To improve inter-personal relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why students should participate in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities?

Because participation is more important than winning competitions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why students face failure in their academic career?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should students do when they face failure in their academic career?

Try to cope with the situation and try again Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of having different student-activity clubs?

It helps in organising different activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of not giving up when faced with failure in academic career?

It helps in achieving success in the future Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why students should not mix all their time with work?

It makes a person dull Signup and view all the answers

What should one do if a friend is suicidal?

Inform the authorities immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of educational counselling?

To help students choose a career that aligns with their interests Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to choose a career wisely?

Because it can affect one's personal success and happiness Signup and view all the answers

What can be a source of strength for students dealing with stress and anxiety?

Their friends Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of not getting good educational counselling?

Students will choose the wrong career path Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to show interest and be supportive when someone is suicidal?

Because it can help them feel less alone Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between academic achievement and personal success?

They are complementary Signup and view all the answers

What can be a major obstacle to pursuing a preferred career?

Financial constraints Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Factors Responsible for Suicide

Stress, perceived lack of self-efficacy, and mental illness/disorder are primary factors contributing to suicide.
Other factors include conflict, lack of healthy inter-personal relationships, influence of social media, unemployment/low socio-economic conditions, loss of near and dear ones, substance abuse, social discrimination, fear, and depression.
Poor life-skills, lack of perceived social support, and inability to handle failure in academics or other activities also contribute to suicidal tendencies.

Suicidal Tendency among College Students

At least one student dies by suicide every hour in India, highlighting the need for higher education institutions to address mental health needs of students.
College life is a time of significant transition, and students may struggle with adjusting to a new environment, academic demands, peer pressure, and stress.

Ways to Help Someone with Suicidal Tendency

Inform authorities immediately and inform the person's parents.
Show interest and be supportive, indicate that alternatives are available, and do not leave the person alone.
Avoid being judgmental and consult a counselor to encourage the person to seek counseling.

Importance of Educational Counselling

Educational counselling provides assistance and guidance to students in choosing career paths and courses that align with their interests and preferences.
Educational counsellors help students resolve issues related to low marks, non-availability of seats, and financial constraints.

Importance of Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Activities

Participating in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities helps students learn to celebrate personal victories and accept failures gracefully.
These activities strengthen students' credentials, improve inter-personal relationships, and help them find good placement opportunities.

Handling Success and Failure

Success and failure are like two sides of a coin, and both are inevitable in life.
Failure is temporary, and students should remember that there is always an opportunity to try again with renewed effort and courage.
One should not lose hope and should try to cope with the situation, rather than giving up.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Identify the primary and secondary factors that lead to suicide, including mental illness, social media influence, and socio-economic conditions. Understand the role of poor life-skills, social support, and academic struggles.