University students' preferences in seeking help from others for their personal issues

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the preferences of university students in seeking help from others to solve their personal problems, utilizing a sample of 128 students from the University of Chlef, Algeria. The researcher employed a descriptive analytical approach, along with the calculation of percentages to address the study's two main questions. The findings revealed that students face a variety of issues, ranked as follows: psychological, emotional, social, economic, familial, academic, health, religious, and sexual. It was also found that students primarily prefer to seek help for their problems from their peers, followed by their families. Some students do not disclose their problems to anyone, while others seek assistance from psychological counselors. A very small fraction of the sample seeks help from their relatives. The study recommends raising students' awareness of the importance of pedagogical accompaniment and the role of psychological centers available at every university, encouraging them to seek help for their problems from professionals.