Author: IT Services

December 2011
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Dealing with finals week stress!

Saint John’s Health Initiatives
“We’re nuts about health”

What is stress?
Stress is an emotional/bodily reaction to physical, psychological, or emotional demands.

Causes of Stress
Expectations we place on ourselves
Expectations of others for us

Finals Week Stress

Ways to manage stress effectively

SJU

Have Balance: don’t overload yourself with studies or plans
Take “time outs” especially during studying
Get help, and support from friends
Participate in other activities, be active
Learn and practice relaxation skills for yourself
Study subjects moderately and regularly for designated periods of time
Utilize resources on campus - Counseling Services in ground floor Mary hall, Academic Advising first floor quad, and RAs or FRs

Sources http://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-management-relieving-stress, http://dartmouth.edu/acskills/success/stress.html