The Relationship of Peer Social Support with Suicide Risk Among Out-of-Town Students at Bhakti Kencana University Bandung

Overseas students often face various challenges, including physical, social and psychological difficulties. Without support from their surrounding environment, especially from peers, these challenges may increase the risk of suicide. Peer social support can provide a sense of safety, emotional comfort, and help students cope with stress and adjust to a new environment. This study aims to determine the relationship between peer social support and suicide risk among overseas students at Bhakti Kencana University Bandung. The research employed a quantitative method with a correlational design and a cross-sectional approach. The sample was selected using random sampling, involving 188 overseas students. The research instruments used were the Social Support Questionnaire (SSQ) and the Suicidal Behaviors Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R). The results showed that 72.2% of respondents received peer social support, and 68.8% were categorized as having a low suicide risk. The Spearman test revealed a significant negative relationship between peer social support and suicide risk (p-value < 0.05). In conclusion, peer support plays an important role in reducing suicide risk among overseas students. Therefore, it is recommended that students actively build social relationships through student organizations or campus communities, while educational institutions are expected to provide sharing spaces such as peer support programs, accessible counseling services, academic advisor involvement, and routine screenings as early detection efforts for suicide risk.