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Article: Perception of social support, acculturation, depression, and suicidal ideation among African American college students at predominantly black and predominantly white universities
- Article from:
- The Journal of Negro Education
- Article date:
- July 1, 1996
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Regina M. Kimbrough, Sherry D. Molock, and Kimberly Walton, Department of Psychology, Howard University*
This study was designed to examine the relationships among perception of social support, acculturation, depression, and suicidal ideation among African American college students attending predominantly Black and predominantly White universities. Two hundred-six students were matched by age, gender, and SES background. No differences were found in depression and suicidal ideation among students at Black versus White institutions. African American students with nonsupportive families and friends were more likely to experience suicidal ideation and depression. The findings are discussed in ...