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The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major effect on our lives. Many of us are facing challenges that can be stressful and overwhelming. Learning to cope with stress in a healthy way will help you, the people you care about, and those around you become more resilient.
Stress can cause the following:
Feelings of fear, anger, sadness, worry, numbness, or frustration
Changes in appetite, energy, desires, and interests
Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
Nightmares or problems sleeping
Physical reactions, such as headaches, body pains, stomach problems, or skin rashes
Worsening of chronic health problems and mental health conditions
Increased use of alcohol, illegal drugs (like heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine), and misuse of prescription drugs (like opioids)
Top Student Stressors
Top Student Stressors
Common sources of student stress include:
School
Homework
Extracurricular activities
Social challenges
Transitions (e.g., graduating, moving out, living independently)
Relationships
Pressure to succeed
Work
Top 10 Tips to Relieve Stress
Top 10 Tips to Relieve Stress
Get Enough Sleep
Use Guided Imagery
Exercise Regularly
Take Calming Breaths
Practice Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)
Listen to Music
Build your Support Network
Eat a Healthly Diet
Find Ways to Minimize Stress
Try Mindfulness
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