College Stressors
Coping Strategies
IU - Bloomington Resources
Myths Vs. Facts
Self-Care & Well-Being
100

What is a common mental health challenge that many college students face?

What is anxiety?

100

What physical activity is known to release endorphins and improve mood?

What is exercise?

100

Where on campus can students attend mental health workshops and peer support groups?

What is the IU Student Health Center?

100

What is a scientifically proven way to boost mental health through physical activity?

What is exercise?

100

How many hours of sleep per night are recommended for college students?

What is 7 to 9 hours?

200

What academic habit can lead to last-minute stress and rushed assignments?

What is procrastination?

200

What creative activity can help students express emotions and relieve stress?

What is journaling?

200

What IU office provides academic accommodations for students with mental health conditions?

What is the Accessible Educational Service (AES) office?

200

What is a reason someone may not recognize they have a mental health condition?

What is stigma or lack of awareness?

200

What is one simple self-care activity that can help students relax?

What is taking a walk?

300

What is the term for the extreme exhaustion caused by prolonged academic or personal stress?

What is burnout?

300

What is one mindfulness technique that helps with stress and anxiety?

What is meditation?

300

What IU Bloomington student organization focuses on reducing the stigma of mental health?

What is U Bring Change 2 Mind (UBC2M)?

300

What is one warning sign that a student may need professional mental health support?

What is withdrawing from family, classes, friends, and activities?

300

What type of diet, rich in whole foods, can improve mental health and focus?

What is a balanced diet?

400

What external factor, aside from academics, is a significant source of stress for college students?

What is financial pressure?

400

What is one simple breathing technique that can help reduce stress?

What is deep breathing?

400

What is the name of IU Bloomington’s mental health counseling service?

What is CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)?

400

What type of mental health professional is licensed to prescribe medication?

What is a psychiatrist?

400

What is one strategy students can use to avoid burnout?

What is setting boundaries?

500

What feeling causes students to doubt their abilities despite evidence of success?

What is imposter syndrome?

500

What time management method involves 25-minute focus periods followed by short breaks?

What is the Pomodoro Technique?

500

What IU Bloomington program offers wellness resources like stress management and mindfulness sessions?

What is the IU Health Promotion & Wellness program?

500

What is a common myth that stops people from seeking therapy?

What is "ONLY WEAK PEOPLE NEED THERAPY"?

500

What are two specific ways students can set healthy boundaries to protect their mental health?

What are saying no and limiting screen time?