Community College Student Mental Health
Faculty Experiences and Institutional Actions
Abstract
Community college student mental health is a critical topic among community college leaders, faculty, and staff. Mental health concerns among community college students are more prevalent and more pronounced than among students at four-year institutions. The recent pandemic has further amplified students’ mental health concerns. Poor mental health can negatively affect student success outcomes such as persistence within courses, grade point average, and credential completion. Even though the research in this area is growing, additional work is necessary to fully grasp the scope and details of the issue.
Within this book, Latz outlines the contours of the issue by explaining what is already known. She then uses data from a study involving interviews with community college faculty to further explain the issue from their unique and important vantage points. Readers will learn about both the professional lives of community college faculty and their experiences with and perspectives of their students, many of whom navigate mental health issues. The book is concluded with robust recommendations for community college leaders who are seeking ways to better support their students.
Schlagworte
Research Faculty & Staff Community College Mental Health Mental Health Issues- 1–16 Introduction 1–16
- 17–74 The Background 17–74
- 75–104 The Faculty 75–104
- 105–156 The Discussions 105–156
- 157–188 The Future 157–188
- 189–190 Appendix A 189–190
- 191–194 Appendix B 191–194
- 195–196 About the Author 195–196