Would a “Gap Year” Help Reduce Mental Illness Among College Students?

Abstract

To allay the increasing rates of serious mental and emotional problems among college students, the author proposes taking a gap year before starting college, which could have potential benefits.

Key words:

• college students
• gap year
• mental illness

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Notes on contributors

William Beaver

William Beaver is a Professor of social science at Robert Morris University, located near Pittsburgh, and has published numerous articles on higher education. Email: [email protected]