To be University is known as a new stage of life, indicating the need to socialize and make new friends. However, we understand that there is only a small window for one to establish meaningful friendship, hence there is a risk of not being able to connect with the social group, thus not being able to establish meaningful relations. ​

Additionally, staying on campus would indicate that one's immediate support group - family - is not by their side. ​

With the combination of the lack of immediate support group and secondary support group - friends - mental and emotional health may be at stake for these students. ​edited