Stress and anxiety
are a normal part of your college experience! What isn't normal
is fear, panic and paralysis from tests, social situations and
money problems.
If you are overwhelmed learn about anxiety
here! Remember... help is available on campus! (see "Your
College Resources")
Does This Sound Like You?
(NIMH - National Institute
of Mental Health)
The National Institute of Mental Health created this interactive
module to help people identify Anxiety Disorders.
(Full
Article)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
(NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by 6 months
or more of chronic, exaggerated worry and tension that is
unfounded or much more severe than the normal anxiety most
people experience.
(Full Article)
Panic Disorder
(NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health)
Panic disorder is characterized by unexpected and repeated
episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms
that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness
of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.
(Full Article)
Test Anxiety
Test Anxiety is Really Common among college students! It is
normal to feel some level of anxiety or stress regarding upcoming
exams, papers or presentations. Most people can reduce anxiety
levels through preparation.
(Full Article)
Do you need help?
If you, or someone you love is depressed and contemplating suicide, PLEASE get some HELP! If you need help NOW, call the National Hopeline Network Suicide Hotline at:
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
- National Hotline -
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