Prevalence of suicidal Ideation among nursing college students in Ardabil, Iran

Background: Nursing students often encounter significant occupational and academic stressors, increasing their susceptibility to suicidal ideation (SI). This study investigates the prevalence and associated factors of SI among nursing students in Ardabil, Iran, a region burdened by socioeconomic challenges. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among ۲۵۶ nursing students at Ardabil University of Medical Sciences between November and December ۲۰۲۴. Data were collected using the Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation (BSSI) and a sociodemographic questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics (independent t-tests, ANOVA) were used to analyze associations. Results: The prevalence of low-risk SI was ۸۴.۸%, high-risk SI ۱۲.۱%, and very high-risk SI ۳.۱%. Mean SI scores were significantly higher among females (p = ۰.۰۰۷), single students (p = ۰.۰۳), those with a history of mental illness (p = ۰.۰۳), and psychiatric medication users (p < ۰.۰۰۰۱). Academic year, GPA, and residential status were not significantly associated with SI. Conclusion: Nursing students in Ardabil face a high prevalence of SI, with gender, marital status, mental health history, and psychiatric medication use being significant predictors. Institutions must prioritize mental health support programs and socioeconomic interventions. Future studies should employ longitudinal designs to enhance generalizability.

کلیدواژه ها:

Suicidal ideation ، Nursing students ، Mental health ، Stress