What every student needs to know
Starting out as a new college student can be challenging. For many, the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic intensified the challenge. But, when you know what you're dealing with, you know how to cope and find the right help you need to manage anxiety.
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College Anxiety
and Depression
Dr. Cullen Hardy explains more about anxiety and depression among college students and points out distinctive differences.
ANXIETY
Affects & Symptoms
Anxiety is a biological reaction to stimuli; it is a natural and normal response to stress and it's okay to experience it in small and manageable doses. Fundamentally, it is a reaction to a healthy fear of what may happen in the future. For example, if you have a deadline approaching, if you have to speak in front of a crowd, or if you need to get moving to fulfill your responsibility you may feel motivated by an uncomfortable feeling called anxiety and it can be very helpful. However, if anxiety becomes unmanageable it can mean that you need some help coping with the stressors in your life. Help can come in through lifestyle and mindset changes or some assistance from a professional.
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Pro Tips For College Success
So much of what there is to learn in college does not come from a textbook. Mastering time management, improving social skills, learning to stay organized, and navigating big changes well will serve you in college and for the rest of your life. Whether you're just starting out or you're still struggling to figure it out, click the links below to learn valuable tips from pros about how to survive and thrive in college and beyond.
