UGA student hospitalized after suicide attempt

By Joe Johnson

A 20-year-old University of Georgia student was hospitalized earlier this month after attempting suicide by overdosing on pills.

When emergency responders arrived at her off-campus apartment the student admitted to taking multiple muscle relaxers “because she was sad and feeling down,”‘according to a police report.

Prior to being transported by ambulance to the hospital the student began to vomit and became too sluggish to speak anymore.

f you're a Georgia college student struggling with suicidal thoughts, reach out now: Call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 for 24/7 confidential support. Your campus offers immediate help too, with many providing 24/7 crisis lines (like GSU's 3333 on campus) or same-day virtual/in-person counseling, plus resources like QPR training to help you and your friends. Don't wait; trained professionals and support systems are available to help you through this, offering a safe space to talk and find solutions.