Depression in College Students

      In Alissa Steiner's article "Depression in College Students," she explains how depression has become a huge problem in colleges throughout the nation. "Hopefully, as universities come to realize the importance of students' mental health in academic functioning, they will make funding their counseling services a priority." The thesis statement above fully depicts what Steiner is trying to convey. She provides an example of students that have tried to get in contact with counselors in their schools. One student, Hagar Liebermensch,  describes the hassle of trying to meet with the counselors in his college. He complains how it's not easy to make an appointment because there are huge time intervals between dates and also a huge problem for those who really need the help. Some people don't have time and need the attention as soon as possible or else it can be too late for them. 
      Steiner also included statistics by incorporating a study by the American College Health Associations in 2005 which showed 15 percent of college students were diagnosed with depression. I think Steiner presented a clear and informational argument that raises several questions like, will the counseling services ever be funded enough to support the college students? Or what's going to happen if they don't? She also gives examples of students that committed suicide because they didn't receive proper care or attention. If I were to do anything different in writing this essay I would compare the data of people suffering from depression before college and after college to show whether or not depression is really high specifically at this point in their lives which is in college because I'm wondering whether colleges would get more aid if the government sees that the years spent in college is a pretty crucial time period in most people's lives. 
      I agree with Steiner's argument because I believe that there's so much pressure during the college years and sometimes it's really hard to get the right type of help. College can be very stressing and can often lead to depression which is why the schools should provide enough counseling so that they can prevent such mental illnesses. The sooner they solve the problem or help reduce it, the more beneficial for everyone.