Resources
Learn about external resources that may assist you in your studying, and various needs.
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Tools and resources to help you study, focus, and manage your stress
Mental health, crisis numbers, and community resources during times of hardship
Tools & Articles
Tools & Articles
The Learning Strategies Center - click "How to Study" and "Managing Time and Stress" in the menu for different strategies
Anxiety Breakdown - Understanding sources of your stress and creating coping strategies can be empowering
Prioritization Matrix - Reduce your stress by prioritizing based on urgency and importance
ADHD Minds are Trapped in Now (& Other Time Management Truths) - an article with practical ways to manage time
Grammarly - Free writing app to help with clear and effective communication (grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc.)
SQ3R - This reading comprehension method has 5 steps: survey, question, read, recite, and review to glean as much as possible
Read-aloud or text-to-speech
Read Aloud - Text-to-speech voice reader (Google Chrome extension)
NaturalReader - Upload text and documents or convert to mp3 to listen to anywhere anytime
Google Docs - Google's speech-to-text software (must use a Google Chrome browser)
Wellness, Safety & Free Resources
Wellness, Safety & Free Resources
WellConnect is a FREE confidential well-being program for Merit America learners and your household members (use the code MERITAMERICA or you can call 866-640-4777), including:
Counseling (in-person, phone, & video) with licensed mental-health professionals
Referrals for housing, utilities, childcare, and other local resources
Consultations with an attorney (child custody, divorce, real estate, tax preparation) or financial expert (debt concerns, credit issues, identity theft, bankruptcy)
Resources for health and wellness, including articles, assessments, webinars, financial calculators, skill builders and other self-help tools
Mental Health
Support For Challenging Times - This Youtube playlist by Headspace has free meditations, sleep aids, advice for managing panic, and support for those grieving.
Deep Breathing - Feeling overwhelmed? This 3-minute visual exercise can help you practice deep breathing.
5-4-3-2-1 - This grounding exercise to engage your senses can help manage anxiety.
Real - webinars by therapists on topics like work-life balance, anxiety/depression, career, relationships, lifestyle, current events, etc.
If you are experiencing a crisis and need urgent support: (some are available 24/7 while others may specify hours)
Crisis Text Line text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor via text
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National Domestic Violence Hotline call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or live chat on their site
Trans Lifeline Hotline call 877-565-8860
Healthcare Equality Index Interactive Map for LGBTQ+ friendly facilities
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