Suicidal thoughts over 12 months in college students before and during the pandemic

Data from 1,216 college students indicated no significant change in 12-month suicidal ideation before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• No significant increase in suicidal thoughts was observed during the pandemic compared to pre-pandemic times.
• The odds of experiencing 12-month suicidal ideation were not significantly associated with the pandemic period after adjusting for prior mental health issues.
• Incidence and persistence of suicidal ideation also showed no significant change during the pandemic.
• The findings suggest stability in suicidal thoughts among college students, but further research with larger samples and longer follow-up is needed.

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