This is the time of year where some students will start to experience a great deal of stress. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) helps students be successful in their academic endeavors by offering individual counseling and stress reduction groups.
Stress manifest differently for each person. Some of the most common signs and symptoms include:
Emotional
- Feelings of agitation or irritability
- Inability to relate
- Lowered self-esteem, loneliness, depression
- Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
Physical
- Tension headaches and other muscle pains, such as in the jaw
- Chest pain, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath
- Stomachaches, pains, nausea
- Shakiness, clammy or sweaty hands
Behavioral
- Sudden changes in appetite
- Avoidance of tasks and responsibilities
- Increased use of alcohol, smoking, or drugs
- Nervous behaviors such as fidgeting or nail biting
Cognitive
- Being forgetful and disorganized
- Inability to focus or concentrate
- Constantly worrying
- Incessant stream of thoughts
- Difficulty with memories
If your student is showing these or other signs of needing additional support, encourage them to call CAPS at 402-472-7450.