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As a student, you may experience a range of challenges that can interfere with learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, substance use, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may diminish your academic performance and/or reduce your ability to participate in daily activities. The UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) is available to provide support, and participation in services does work. You can learn more about confidential mental health services available on campus at: counseling.ufl.edu Support is available (24/7) from the CWC who can be reached at: 352-392-1575 for brief consultation or support for urgent/emergent concerns.

Take care of yourself. Do your best to maintain a healthy lifestyle this semester by eating well, exercising, avoiding the use of unhealthy substances (e.g. drugs, alcohol, etc.), getting enough sleep, and taking some time to relax. This may help you achieve your goals and cope with stress. All of us benefit from support during times of struggle and there are many helpful resources available on campus. An important part of the college experience is learning how to ask for help and asking for support sooner rather than later is almost always helpful. If you or anyone you know experiences any academic stress, difficult life events, or feelings like anxiety or depression, we strongly encourage you to seek support. The UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) is here to help: call 352-392-1575 and visit their website at counseling.ufl.edu. The CWC can assist you in addressing concerns and connecting you with resources to support your collegiate mental health. You may also consider reaching out to a friend, faculty or family member you trust for help getting connected to the support that can help.

It is important for college students to recognize and identify different pressures, burdens, ands stressors you may be facing, whether personal, emotional, physical, financial, mental or academic. We as a community urge you to make yourself – your own health, well-being, and wellness – your priority this semester and your academic career. Sleep, exercise, and eating well can all be a part of a healthy routine to cope with and manage stress. Resources exist to help you in many areas of your life, and you are encouraged to make use of them. You can visit the UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) to find resources related to health and well-being, managing crisis, coping with stress/anxiety, strengthening resiliency through skill-building, and more at counseling.ufl.edu. Or call them directly at 352-392-1575 to schedule a brief consultation appointment.

The University of Florida community is committed to and cares about all students. You deserve the proper time and attention needed to support your mental health and are encouraged to practice self-care to help you remain focused and engaged. This might mean eating well, getting enough sleep, exercise, meditation, etc. College life can be overwhelming at times but know that you are not alone if you’re feeling stressed. For many of us, we may be experiencing multiple stressors (e.g., school, work, family, systems of oppression, relationship concerns, etc.) that may cause additional stress. Please remember to practice self-care and reach out for support if and when you need it. You can visit the UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) to find resources related to health and well-being, managing crisis, coping with stress/anxiety, strengthening resiliency through skill-building, and more at counseling.ufl.edu. Or call them directly at 352-392-1575 to schedule a brief consultation appointment.

The University of Florida community is committed to and cares about all students. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of mental health concerns can help you or others to consider seeking care that can help. These are some signs that may be reason for concern: • Feeling hopelessness, worthlessness, depressed, angry or guilt • Withdrawal from friends, family and activities that used to be fun • Changes in eating or sleeping patterns • Feeling tired or exhausted all of the time • Trouble concentrating, thinking, remembering or making decisions • Restlessness, irritability, agitation or anxious movements or behaviors • Neglect of personal care • Reckless or impulsive behaviors (e.g., drinking or using drugs excessively or being unsafe in other ways) • Persistent physical symptoms (e.g., headaches, digestive problems or chronic pain) that do not respond to routine treatment • Thoughts about death or suicide* Support for mental health challenges is effective and the UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) is here to help: call 352-392-1575 and visit their website at counseling.ufl.edu.

Time and attention to maintaining good mental health is key to achieving academic success. Diminished mental health, including significant stress, mood changes, excessive worry, or problems with eating and/or sleeping can interfere with optimal academic performance. At times, the source of symptoms might be strictly related to your course work; and if so, please speak with me so I may provide support where needed. However, problems with relationships, family worries, loss, or a personal struggle or crisis can also contribute to decreased academic performance. The UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) provides mental health services to support the academic success of students. The CWC offers free, confidential services to help manage personal challenges and develop skills to address day-to-day concerns. In the event I suspect you need additional support, I will express my concerns and the reasons for them, and remind you of campus resources (e.g., CWC, Disability Resource Center, Dean of Students, etc.) that might be helpful to you. It is not my intention to know the details of what might be bothering you, but simply to let you know I am concerned and that help, if needed, is available. Getting help is a smart and courageous thing to do --for yourself and for those who care about you. You may also contact the CWC at 352-392-1575 to schedule a brief consultation to learn about available resources to sustain your mental health, such as crisis support, skill-building workshops, online self-guided therapy programs, group services, short-term individual counseling, and more. More information can be obtained by visiting the CWC website: counseling.ufl.edu.

The University of Florida community is committed to and cares about all students and provides campus resources to help you to maintain your safety, health, and well-being. We understand that as a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug concerns, depression, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These stressful moments can impact academic performance or reduce your ability to engage. The UF Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) offers services to assist you with addressing these or ANY other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any challenges, you should reach out for support. You can seek confidential mental health support through the CWC by contacting them at 352-392-1575 for a brief consultation. You can also learn about available CWC resources to sustain your mental health, such as crisis support, skill-building workshops, online self-guided therapy programs, group services, short-term individual counseling, and more by visiting the CWC website: counseling.ufl.edu.