Posted by onceupon on April 7, 2009, at 13:11:16
In reply to Why do people in the U.S opt to NOT go to college?, posted by Garnet71 on April 7, 2009, at 12:39:25
I don't have answers for your initial question, but I know that there is anecodotal (I think) evidence that individuals with mental health issues are more able to attend college now, as compared with several decades ago because of the widespread availability of psychotropic medications. In other words, students who might not have attended college previously, due to overwhelming mental health issues, may now be able to attend given that they can be stabilized on medication. Also, the Americans with Disabilities Act mandates the availability of support services for students with mental health issues. Of course, that means needing to disclose these issues, which can be hairy in its own right, given the ongoing associated stigma.
Good luck in your research!
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