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The Role of Fraternity/Sorority Affiliation in Supporting College Student Mental Health and Wellness
Grace, Meghan M. Assalone, Amanda E. Johnson, Hannah M. Svoboda, Britta L. Biddix, J. Patrick
Grace, Meghan M.
Assalone, Amanda E.
Johnson, Hannah M.
Svoboda, Britta L.
Biddix, J. Patrick
Abstract
Mental health is a growing concern in the United States, even more exacerbated by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Mental health among youth and young adult populations has also received attention in recent years. However, prior research suggests a higher sense of social support among active members of the fraternity/sorority community is associated with lower depression levels. The extent to which fraternity/sorority involvement helps address mental health among members is theorized but not demonstrated in the research. Using large-scale data, this study examined mental health experiences and behaviors of the fraternity/ sorority community and compared results with unaffiliated students. Findings suggest students in the fraternity/sorority community report higher levels of positive mental health.
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2022-10-11
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mental health, wellbeing, fraternity/sorority members, student involvement
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https://doi.org/10.25774/0jr1-t352