Directions: It is not strange in recent years to hear that some students may kill themselves at University. What is your opinion on those students who commit suicide or kill themselves? Write on the ANSWER SHEET a composition of no less than 200 words on the topic given below. Marks will be mainly awarded for content, organization, grammar and appropriacy. Failure to meet the required number of words may also result in the loss of marks.
My View on Campus Suicide at University
You are to write in three parts:
In the first part of your article, you should clearly present your view.
In the second part, you should support your opinion with appropriate details.
In the last part, you should bring what you have written to a natural conclusion or summary.
【写作思路】
开头段：引出主题，自杀现象的越来越普遍，需要重视并找到解决方法。
主体段：1. 分析大学生自杀的原因：包括学业压力、社交孤立、心理健康问题等。
2. 提出解决问题的方法：提供心理健康资源，开展相关教育计划，学生互相鼓励。
结尾段：总结全文，大学校园内自杀问题需要采取积极措施，创造支持和安全的环境。
【参考范文】
My View on Campus Suicide at University
Over the past few years, there has been an increase in reports of student suicides at universities. This disturbing trend is a cause for concern, and it is important to understand the reasons behind it and find solutions to prevent such tragedies.
The reasons for student suicide at universities are multifaceted. Some students face academic pressure and are overwhelmed with coursework, exams, and the expectations of their professors and peers. Others struggle with social isolation and loneliness, as they adjust to a new environment away from family and friends. In some cases, students may be dealing with mental health issues, such as depression or anxiety that go untreated.
To address this problem, universities must take a proactive approach. This includes providing access to mental health resources, such as counseling services and support groups. Universities can also raise awareness about mental health by offering educational programs on stress management, self-care, and other related topics. Students can also play a role by checking in on their peers and encouraging them to seek help if they are struggling.
In conclusion, student suicide at universities is a complex issue that requires immediate attention and action. By working together, universities, students, and staff can create a supportive and safe environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being. Let us all work towards preventing such tragedies and ensure that students are able to thrive in their academic and personal lives.
【重点词汇】
overwhelm /ˌəʊvəˈwelm/ v. 压垮；压倒 isolation /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃn/ n. 孤独；孤立状态
proactive /ˌprəʊˈæktɪv/ adj. 积极主动的 thrive /θraɪv/ v. 茁壮成长
raise awareness about 提高对……的认识
【精选句型】
1. This disturbing trend is a cause for concern, and it is important to understand the reasons behind it and find solutions to prevent such tragedies.（引出全文主题）
这种不安的趋势令人担忧，了解其背后的原因并找到防止此类悲剧的解决方案很重要。
2. Others struggle with social isolation and loneliness, as they adjust to a new environment away from family and friends.（分析校园自杀的原因）
另一些人则在适应远离家人和朋友的新环境时，与社会孤立和孤独作斗争。
3. Let us all work towards preventing such tragedies and ensure that students are able to thrive in their academic and personal lives.（总结全文）
让我们共同努力，防止此类悲剧发生，确保学生们能够在学业和个人生活中茁壮成长。
【全文翻译】
我对大学校园自杀的看法
在过去的几年里，大学学生自杀的报道有所增加。这种不安的趋势令人担忧，了解其背后的原因并找到防止此类悲剧的解决方案很重要。
大学生自杀的原因是多方面的。一些学生面临着学业压力，课程作业、考试以及教授和同学的期望让他们不堪重负。另一些人则在适应远离家人和朋友的新环境时，与社会孤立和孤独作斗争。在某些情况下，学生们可能正在应对心理健康问题，比如抑郁或焦虑，这些问题没有得到治疗。
为了解决这个问题，大学必须采取积极主动的措施。这包括提供心理健康资源，如咨询服务和支持团体。大学也可以通过提供压力管理、自我护理和其他相关主题的教育项目来提高人们对心理健康的认识。学生们也可以发挥作用，关心他们的同伴，鼓励他们在遇到困难时寻求帮助。
总之，大学生自杀是一个复杂的问题，需要立即关注和采取行动。通过共同努力，大学、学生和教职员工可以创造一个支持性和安全的环境，优先考虑心理健康和福祉。让我们共同努力，防止此类悲剧发生，确保学生们能够在学业和个人生活中茁壮成长。
