College student mental health concerns are becoming more common, more challenging, and a much larger focus on college and university campuses. Faculty and staff spend countless hours each year addressing the needs of students with mental health issues that range from anxiety and depression to autism and Asperger’s Disorder.

Although most student affairs personnel recognize the increased prevalence of these problems on campuses, finding resources to address the issues often proves difficult. What is the responsibility of college and university administrators when it comes to students with mental health concerns? How do mental health services fit within the academic mission of the institution?

College Student Mental Health: Effective Services and Strategies Across Campus answers these questions, and advocates for a campus-wide support network, along with good mental health services, to improve students’ academic performance and, ultimately, retention and graduation.