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As the semester draws to a close, finals are looming and stress can reach its pinnacle for students. This April is Stress Awareness Month. The Health Resource Network, a non-profit oraganization focused on education, initially declared April Stress Awareness Month to draw attention to the negative health impacts associated with stress.
This University offers a variety of tools to aid students as they attempt to handle the stress associated with a college lifestyle. The Student Success Center and Counseling Center can help students learn to manage their workload to decrease stress and anxiety.
Any student that is enrolled in at least one hour at the University has access to 10 free sessions each academic year. There are also support groups scheduled throughout the academic year to facilitate students coming together to overcome obstacles.
Career Services is also available for enrolled students looking to prepare for the job market.
Students looking for support can find it in the Classroom Center. Student Counseling Services is in Suite 116 and Career Counseling Services is in Suite 113.
Students can get more information on services and make appointments by visiting the Student Support section of the University website.
Sticking It To Stress
Cut back on caffeine
- Caffeine causes the body to increase the amount of stress hormones released.
Excercise regularly
- Individuals who excercise routinely are generally more resistant to stress.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
- By methodically tensing and relaxing the muscles, the physical symptoms of stress can be alleviated.
Have Fun
- Go for a walk. Play board games with a friend. Watch a re-run of your favorite sitcom. Dance around in your pajamas. Enjoying yourself can help break the cycle of negative thought that can occur as a part of stress.
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Killer Stress: Dying to Relax
Although some people consider stress a normal part of everyday life, high levels of stress can lead to serious negative health impacts.
Stress has been linked to:
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Heart Disease
- Strokes
- Changes in Weight
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Inability to Concentrate
- Memory Loss
- Physical Pain
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
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