College Stressors

Which semester does the following scenario fall in: Homesickness, especially for those who have never lived away from home or have had a very happy childhood

• Fall Semester Stressor

• Spring Semester Stressor

Which of the following is an example of a lifestyle change you can implement to reduce your anxiety?

• Aim for 6-8 hours of sleep a night.

• Increase caffeine use daily.

• Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep a night.

Which semester does the following scenario fall into: Academic demands increase prior to Thanksgiving Vacation; poor study and time management skills manifest themselves.

• Fall Semester Stressor

• Spring Semester Stressor

Which of the following can reduce stress at school and work?

• Establish unhealthy boundaries

• Keep all of your stress and resentment bottled in.

• Effective communication

Which of the following is an example of a self care practice

• Reading

• Staying up until 4 AM to complete an assignment due at 6AM.

• Sleeping 3 hours a night.

Which semester(s) does the following scenario fall into: Academic pressure may begin to mount because of procrastination, difficulty of coursework, and lack of time.

• Fall Semester Stressor

• Winter Intersession

• Summer Semester Stressor

• Spring Semester Stressor

Which semester does the following scenario fall into: Spring fever sets in: students want to have fun!

• Fall Semester Stressor

• Spring Semester Stressor

What are examples of helpful support you can seek in times you are experiencing anxiety/stress?

• Consulting a mental health professional

• Get through it alone even if you are struggling

• Support Groups

• Supportive friends/loved ones