Are Mexican University Students on the Brink? Unraveling the Impact of Psychosocial Factors on Suicidal Ideation Amidst COVID-19

Abstract

This research examines the psychosocial determinants of suicidal ideation among students in Mexican higher education during the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores factors such as Academic Pressure, Work Overload, Emotional Responses to COVID-19, Pandemic-Induced Uncertainty, Media Exposure, Resource Deprivation, Moral Distress, and Emotional Regulation. Using a methodologically robust approach, the study reveals the complex relationship between these factors and suicidal ideation, highlighting the challenges students face during the pandemic. Findings emphasize the need to address psychosocial factors in educational settings and call for targeted interventions and support mechanisms to reduce the risk of suicidal ideation. This research advances scientific understanding and underscores the urgency of evidence-based strategies to protect student well-being and foster resilience in times of crisis.