"Exam season can be less frustrating & anxiety producing when I am facing it in the company of like-minded friends. It helps not only coping with stress but also enables me to process information faster & retain it for longer. For instance, I tend to study by doing active recall with my friends, especially when reviewing concept and application review questions. Sometimes, I try to incorporate a whiteboard and act like I am teaching to active recall. What is fun is when each of my friends and I take turns doing it, especially in a study room. This also helps me feel motivated by sharing my doubts or resolving others' when it comes to exams."



-Rounak.

Waterbury

"I usually tend to find a location that is a bit of a walk from my dorm, just so I am able to reward myself with going home. I try to finish my tasks in one sitting, with a 5-minute break given when each task is done. That break would consist of being off the screen (a quick snack break, etc). I also like to put on playlists that make me feel like I am in need of getting my work done faster. That includes the Mario Kart background music soundtrack. Although, when needing to study, I would say I like chill lofi beats, chill indie, or soft background music to put me in the mood to memorize concepts. If interested, you guys should go check the playlists out below!"

Chill Lofi Beats

Chill Indie Playlist

Mario Kart Soundtrack Playlist

Soft Background Playlist

-Emilah.

Storrs

Take some time for a break and participate in one of the stress relieving or social events on your campus as you prepare for finals week.

UConn Avery Point

Pet Therapy

12/6

12 PM

Library

Pause for Paws! Pet therapy benefits include reducing stress, anxiety, & building empathy. Stop by to meet the dogs & to destress.

Gingerbread House Decorating Contest

12/6

12:20 PM

Student Center

Competition is open to faculty, staff, and students of Avery Point. Teams can have up to 6 members. Gingerbread house will be provided with minimal decorations and additional decorating supplies will be available at an onsite candy store for donations to the HuskyTHON. Sign up at s.uconn.edu/Gingerbread

UConn Hartford

Pet Therapy

12/7

10 AM

Second floor above Student Services

Pet therapy benefits include reducing stress, anxiety, & building empathy. Stop by to meet the dogs & to de-stress.

DIY Stress Kit

12/7

12 PM - 1 PM

HTB 150

Join us in relaxation as we wrap up the semester and create kits to help ease end of semester stress.

UConn Storrs

Intro to Mindfulness

12/4

1 PM - 2 PM

Arjona 403

SHaW’s Introduction to Mindfulness is a skill-based workshop meant to support stress reduction and overall wellbeing.

Therapeutic Yoga

12/7

3:30 PM

Arjona 4th Floor

Therapeutic Yoga skillfully blends movement and breathwork, with a meditative focus for a full body practice that calms, nurtures, strengthens and opens one into flexibility of body and mind.

UConn Waterbury

Mental Health Giveaway

12/5

12 PM - 2 PM

Lobby

CHSC wants to help you out before finals! Stop by the table to receive some items to ease your mind and support your mental health.

CRaM Session

12/6

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Lobby

As the semester is winding down, it’s time for a CRaM (Cinnamon buns, Resumes, and Milk) Session. Please stop by the Waterbury Campus Lobby on Wednesday, December 6th from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM where you can get resume advice/quick critiques along with delicious cinnamon buns & milk. Bring your resume and appetite!

Being a student can be stressful!

The stress can sometimes be expected - like when an exam is approaching or a lot is due for class at once. However, stress sneaks up on us too.

Learning how to cope with stress is a skill both students and working professionals need. There is no better time to think creatively about what stress management tips will work for you!

Mediation can improve your quality of life in a variety of ways as shown below:

• Stress reduction
• anxiety management
• depression management
• lowers blood pressure
• strengthen immunes system
• improves memory
• regulates mood 
• improves sleep

Breathing & Stretching Join us to practice breathing & stretches for stress management & to bring a calmness to our day. All students are welcome, & no experience is required to participate.

Thursdays

5:30pm – 6:30pm

Virtual- All Campuses

Student Health and Wellness offers free Physical Activity Counseling. The Physical Activity Counselor (PAC) is a trained professional who provides advice and guidance in health and fitness and related areas. Regardless of present fitness level or experience, the PAC can offer assistance in beginning a new exercise program or provide guidance to improve an existing routine.

Please note that Physical Activity Counseling is offered via telehealth and in person.

If you or a loved one are experiencing a crisis and you are not sure who to talk to or reach out to.  Please know that you are not alone. We have compiled a list of some resources for next steps.

• If you are experiencing a serious and immediate life-threatening crisis, please bypass calling Student Health and Wellness and call 911 or the UConn Police Department immediately. 



• BeWell@UConn offers free and confidential mental health support 24/7/365 by calling (833) 308-3040

Mental Health Support - All Campuses

Offers free and confidential mental health support 24/7/365.

833-308-3040

Advice Nurse - All Campuses

We have an advice nurse available 24/7 during the regular academic year. Free and confidential.

860-486-4700

Crisis Text Line

For 24/7 text-based mental health support, text HOME to 741741

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

For 24/7 free and confidential support by phone.

Call or Text 988

Examples of a mental health crises include: thoughts or plans to hurt yourself or someone else, engaging in life-threatening behaviors, and/or recent assault or trauma.

Do you have a suggestion for content and questions? Email laila.chaoui@uconn.edu