Mental Health & Stress Reduction
What is Stress?
"Stress is the body's reaction to harmful situations -- whether they’re real or perceived. When you feel threatened, a chemical reaction occurs in your body that allows you to act in a way to prevent injury. Stress can affect all aspects of your life, including your emotions, behaviors, thinking ability, and physical health. No part of the body is immune. But, because people handle stress differently, symptoms of stress can vary." -WebMD
Student Learning Objectives:
Introduction to Mindfulness
"Mindfulness, a part of many psychological therapies, is a simple concept to understand, though not so easy to put into practice...Being able to focus your attention on what you observe is an amazing skill that can greatly affect your sense of well-being. Once you begin working on keeping your thoughts on the here and now, you'll be calmer and less stressed." -The Emotionally Sensitive Person, Karyn D. Hall, Ph.D.
Student Learning Objectives:
De-Stress Finals Week
"Yes, it’s true, Finals Week can definitely be one of the most stressful weeks of the quarter. But, we are determined to help you get through it and create the perfect recipe of success instead of stress! We created this guide to help you prepare for the busy weeks ahead to hopefully help you stay calm, organized and feeling well. While it is important to get good grades and pass your finals, it is also vital to take care of yourself. This self-care guide will help you balance finals week by providing you with practical wellness tips that will help you conquer your exams while staying healthy and happy!" -UC Davis Student Health & Counseling Services
Student Learning Objectives:
"Stress is the body's reaction to harmful situations -- whether they’re real or perceived. When you feel threatened, a chemical reaction occurs in your body that allows you to act in a way to prevent injury. Stress can affect all aspects of your life, including your emotions, behaviors, thinking ability, and physical health. No part of the body is immune. But, because people handle stress differently, symptoms of stress can vary." -WebMD
Student Learning Objectives:
- Students will identify the emotional, physical, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms of stress.
- Students will list and perform at least two relaxation techniques for stress reduction.
Introduction to Mindfulness
"Mindfulness, a part of many psychological therapies, is a simple concept to understand, though not so easy to put into practice...Being able to focus your attention on what you observe is an amazing skill that can greatly affect your sense of well-being. Once you begin working on keeping your thoughts on the here and now, you'll be calmer and less stressed." -The Emotionally Sensitive Person, Karyn D. Hall, Ph.D.
Student Learning Objectives:
- Students will define and explain the concepts of mindfulness and letting go of judgement.
De-Stress Finals Week
"Yes, it’s true, Finals Week can definitely be one of the most stressful weeks of the quarter. But, we are determined to help you get through it and create the perfect recipe of success instead of stress! We created this guide to help you prepare for the busy weeks ahead to hopefully help you stay calm, organized and feeling well. While it is important to get good grades and pass your finals, it is also vital to take care of yourself. This self-care guide will help you balance finals week by providing you with practical wellness tips that will help you conquer your exams while staying healthy and happy!" -UC Davis Student Health & Counseling Services
Student Learning Objectives:
- Students will incorporate self-care tips into their study week and finals week routines.
- Students will identify the importance of proper sleep, hydration, and nutrition for overall health & emotional wellness.
- Students will develop personal Finals Week Checklists for stress reduction