Whether you are nervous about upcoming midterm exams, have a stressful situation at home or another issue entirely, anxiety is a normal emotion that everyone experiences. What is anxiety? In simple terms, anxiety is a mental and physical state of negative expectation. It may be fueled by some form… read more
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Three Simple Ways to Reduce Stress
April is Stress Awareness Month! While a certain degree of stress is actually normal, too much stress can leave you more vulnerable to illness and less open to the pleasure of life. Here are a few simple things you can do right now to keep stress in check: Enjoy Music… read more
Mental Health Tip: Short Breaks Equal Major Benefits
Don’t be afraid to take a quick breather from your studies! Why? Surprisingly, breaks can be beneficial for your grades. If you’re a daydreamer, you’re in luck! A study done by UT’s Psychology Department showed that daydreaming helped with recalling memories and information. Tip: Try daydreaming about topics you are… read more
Mental Health Month: Tips for Coping With Stress
With Finals Week in full swing, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but being stressed-out takes its toll on your mind and body. Check out these great tips on Coping with Stress from Mental Health America. Here are few simple things you can start doing right now to reduce stress:… read more
