Anxiety

Stress and anxiety are a normal part of your college experience! What isn't normal is fear, panic and paralysis from tests, social situations and money problems.

If you are overwhelmed learn about anxiety here! Remember... help is available on campus! (see "Your College Resources")

Does This Sound Like You?
(NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health)
The National Institute of Mental Health created this interactive module to help people identify Anxiety Disorders.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
(NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by 6 months or more of chronic, exaggerated worry and tension that is unfounded or much more severe than the normal anxiety most people experience.
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Panic Disorder
(NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health)
Panic disorder is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.
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Test Anxiety
Test Anxiety is Really Common among college students! It is normal to feel some level of anxiety or stress regarding upcoming exams, papers or presentations. Most people can reduce anxiety levels through preparation.
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Do you need help?
If you, or someone you love is depressed and contemplating suicide, PLEASE get some HELP! If you need help NOW, call the SA/VE Suicide Hotline at:
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
National Hotline

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