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FROM: Health and Wellness RE: Wellness Wednesday Tips
Sent:
9/25/2018 8:21:28 AM
To: Students, Faculty, Staff

Mental Health

College students are in a high risk group for depression, so make sure you keep yourself happy and healthy with these simple tips.

 Don't be afraid to ask for help. Many people feel embarrassed or ashamed to ask for help with their depression but this is unnecessary as it's a common and treatable problem that you don't have to deal with alone. Tap into campus resources to find help or tell a friend how you're feeling.

 Keep in touch with family and friends. You can help beat homesickness and loneliness by keeping in touch with friends and family members.

Build new friendships. A big part of the college experience is meeting new people and forming new friendships so get out there and meet new people whenever possible.

Expect things to change. Things will change both at home and in your school life, so expect things to change over time. You will grow and so will the people around you.

Understand that it may take time to fit in. Most people don't make best friends on the first day of college. It takes time to build friendships, so don't get discouraged if you don't fit in right away.

Don't let stress get the best of you. Stress can be a major factor in many students' depression. If you're feeling stressed out make sure to take a break and set aside time to relax.

 

 

To schedule an appointment with a university counselor, please call (724) 938-4056
For more information, please contact Rachel Michaels at michaels_r@calu.edu