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Social Relationships as Factors Influencing Mental Health and Suicide among Learners in Nigeria

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  • Oyeyemi Ahmed Ademola

    (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria)

  • Okenwa-Fadele Ijeoma

    (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria)

  • Abiakwu Onyinyechi Felicity

    (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria)

Abstract

This study examined social relationships as factors influencing mental health and suicide among learners in Nigeria. Three research questions and three hypotheses were formulated to guide in the study. The descriptive research design was used to conduct the study. The population of this study consisted of all undergraduate students in the faculties of University of Lagos, Akoka. The random sampling technique was used for the selection of the sample. Simple random sampling technique was adopted in selecting (5) faculties from the research area. Two hundred (200) respondents were randomly selected as sample for this study. A structured questionnaire was adopted for the data collection. The research instrument for this study was titled Social Relationships as Factors Influencing Mental Health and Suicide Questionnaire†(SRFIMHSQ). All the research hypotheses were tested using independent T-test statistical tool at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that there are significant influence of family supports, acquaintances and distant relatives on mental health and suicide among learners in Nigeria. Based on the findings of this study, the recommendations were stated among which are: The finding recommends that efforts of clinical psychologists in reducing depressive symptoms are highly required and recommended. Thus, adequate facilities that will permit instant identification and treatment of depression should be provided on university campuses; with the complex transformations of the family environment, suicide prevention should be prioritized. Parents should do their best to provide their children with an enjoyable and intact environment to promote students’ health, growth and learning.

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  • Oyeyemi Ahmed Ademola & Okenwa-Fadele Ijeoma & Abiakwu Onyinyechi Felicity, 2023. "Social Relationships as Factors Influencing Mental Health and Suicide among Learners in Nigeria," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 7(10), pages 150-159, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:7:y:2023:i:10:p:150-159
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