Factors that influence suicide behaviours and tendencies amongst university undergraduates in Nigeria: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Synapse
April 10, 2026
Factors that influence suicide behaviours and tendencies amongst university undergraduates in Nigeria: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Key Points
To identify the factors influencing suicide behaviors and tendencies among university undergraduates in Nigeria.
Conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis
Analyzed existing research on suicide tendencies
Evaluated the impact of counseling and financial aid
Highlighted the need for coordinated responses involving counseling and stress management programs
Identified community and family support as critical factors in reducing student suicidality
Abstract
A coordinated response, including university counselling and stress-management programmes, financial aid, family/community support, are needed to reduce student suicidality.