As finals season approaches, it is the most rewarding, but also arguably the most stressful part of the semester.
Below is a comprehensive yet effective list to readying yourself for your exams as well as tips and techniques for studying for them. Good luck!
Remember, effective studying involves active engagement with the material, managing your time wisely, and taking care of your well-being. Here is a Youtube video on the Pomodoro Technique here
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Under the Essential Resources list on the main page, you can find the number of the UofSC counseling and psychiatry office, and where they are a great resource for seeking help, they are not for everyone. This article is going to give a list of search tools and counseling apps that will aid in your search of finding a therapist or psychiatrist that works for you!
If you are a brother or pledge reading this and need any help, please feel free to reach out to your current Chaplain and they would be happy to assist you using these tools. Tips for enhancing mental health: https://www.mhanational.org/31-tips-boost-your-mental-health Mental Health Provider Search Tools Therapist search tool in Columbia https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sc/columbia Teletherapy search tool in Columbia https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/online-counseling/sc/columbia Psychiatrist search tool in Columbia https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/sc/columbia Online Therapy Services BetterHelp
Other Mental Health Resources American Psychiatric Association 1-888-35-PSYCH (357-7924) (toll-free) The American Psychiatric Association is a professional organization of medical doctors who treat mental illness. This site contains information about mental illness and allows you to search for a psychiatrist near you. The National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists (NACBT) 1-800-853-1135 (toll-free) E-mail: [email protected] Cognitive-behavioral therapy can help you identify negative thought patterns and change them while also identifying and supporting positive thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors. At NACBT, you can learn more about cognitive-behavioral therapy and get contact information for licensed therapists in your area who offer this kind of therapy. Authentic Happiness E-mail: [email protected] This site has information about positive psychology, which is founded on evidence-based principles that support positive emotions and psychological states. You can take tests and quizzes to assess your happiness. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance 1-800-826-3632 (toll-free) A national organization dedicated to providing support and education to people with depression, mood disorders, or bipolar disorder and their families. The national Web site can help you find or start local support groups. Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation 1-617-973-5801 A national non-profit organization dedicated to providing education about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and support to those who have OCD. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Association (SAMHSA) 1-800-789-2647 (toll-free) This federal agency provides information and support for people seeking treatment for mental health and substance abuse. SAMHSA can help you find counseling or treatment centers near you. |
What is Mental Well Being?Mental health is a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.
On this page, we address tools, resources and methods for brothers and pledges that they can use in order to strengthen their mental resilience and better manage the stress that comes with being a college student and young professional. Categories |