Date of Award
7-1-2026
Document Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Occupational Therapy
First Advisor
Rosie Montes
Second Advisor
Divya Desai
Third Advisor
Natalie Perkins
Abstract
First Generation College Students (FGCS) face a high prevalence of mental health concerns
Stress, anxiety, depression, financial burden, cultural expectations, imposter syndrome, pressure to meet expectations, fear of the unknown, lack of guidance, and lack of preparedness
Recommended Citation
Duran Garcia, Gilberto, "Promoting Mental Health Awareness, Advocacy, and Occupational Justice for First-Generation College Students" (2026). Occupational Therapy Student Capstones. 111.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/ot-capstones/111
