Dealing with Stress


LEARNING IN THE TIMES OF COVID-19

We are all under a lot of stress and uncertainty at this time. Attending Zoom classes all day can take its toll on our mental health. Make sure to move regularly, eat well, and reach out to your support system or me orobinso@andrew.cmu.edu if you need to. We can all benefit from support in times of stress, and this semester is no exception. 

Please keep an open dialogue with me about ways that I or the course can best support you. I realize this may change throughout the semester.


GENERAL STATEMENT ON WELL-BEING

Take care of yourself. Please do your best to maintain a healthy lifestyle this semester by eating well, exercising, avoiding drugs and alcohol, getting enough sleep and taking some time to relax. This will help you achieve your goals and cope with stress.

All of us benefit from support during times of struggle. You are not alone. There are many helpful resources available on campus and an important part of the college experience is learning how to ask for help. Asking for support sooner rather than later is often 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. Counseling and Psychological Services (CaPS) is here to help: call 412-268-2922 and visit their website at http://www.cmu.edu/counseling/. Consider reaching out to a friend, faculty or family member you trust for help getting connected to the support that can help. If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal or in danger of harm to self or others, call someone immediately, day or night:

  • CaPS Counseling: 412-268-2922
  • Re:solve Crisis Network: 888-796-8226
  • On campus CMU Police: 412-268-2323