Broadcasting Time: 2006-05-25

The approach of the month of June signals the departing time for many senior college students, whether they wish it or not.

But Qilu Evening News says that "graduation syndrome" is prevailing among graduates-to-be, and this has led to some extreme behaviour.

The newspaper notes that students usually have mixed feelings upon graduation. Overwhelmed by anxiety, restlessness, and a loss of direction, some of them stir up trouble after getting drunk, and some go as far as smashing desks and burning their clothes.

The paper says such excessive actions reflect the psychological vulnerability of young people.

People's Daily online says it has become common for students to indulge themselves in excessive drinking upon graduation. This can be viewed as a way to release their mixed feelings. But the article adds it is a pity that the most memorable moment of college life is spent this way.