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Stress Management (Module 3 of 9)

College students can experience stress and anxiety as they manage the demands of their education, employment, and personal lives. Effective stress management can make college a more pleasant experience, and is a useful to have for your life. This unit can help you learn to manage your stress.

Top Tips

  • Breathe.Calming breaths from the belly can help calm the feeling of anxiety.
  • Think about the present moment.Avoid getting too caught up in thinking of the past or the future.
  • Think of solutions.Dealing with practical problems, such as assignment overload, can help with emotional problems such as anxiety.
  • Ask for help.Asking for help when you need it is important and useful when trying to solve problems.