Managing your time in grad school isn't easy. One student shares how she learned to prioritize her needs while living with bipolar disorder.
Native students' mental health conditions may be rooted in historical trauma. Learn about their experiences and need for culturally competent healthcare.
Rejection can come from many sources, including friends, partners, and even colleges themselves. How students bounce back can influence later success.
Many students feel pressure to pursue a particular major. One student shares his story about how the wrong major led him down a path to depression.
OCD is an often debilitating condition that affects 1% of Americans. One student shares how she navigates OCD, from intrusive thoughts to compulsions.
Social media is an integral part of many students' lives. We asked students about the good and the bad of social media — and how to curate a healthy feed.
College is filled with pressures, including the pressure to look a certain way. One student shares her experience with managing an eating disorder.
Asian American students are less likely to seek out mental health services. Learn more about what mental health resources are available.
Learn how the right words can empower peers, professors, friends, and family members to support college students living with mental health conditions.
Stressed about student loans? Finances impact students' mental health. Find resources to support your wallet and your well-being.
Move over, Mozart! Lo-fi music can improve studying through increased brain activity, reduced stress, and enhanced focus.
College is a busy time, often making it hard to prioritize taking care of yourself. We asked four students to share their best tips for self-care.
Colleges often fail to meet trans and nonbinary students’ mental health needs. Read more to learn how colleges can better support TNB students.
In a college mental health crisis, students are speaking up. Find out how students are advocating for mental health on their campuses.
College is an exciting time for students, but it can also be overwhelming. Mental health services on college campuses can help. Learn how in this guide.
Find out why depression in college students is so prevalent, and learn ways to deal with depression in college.
Many students with mental health concerns are unaware of the resources their college offers. Campus mental health services can provide the support you need.
Learn about why mental health is important to Black women, and gather mental health resources.
The CDC strengthened its COVID-19 booster shot recommendation on Nov. 29 in response to the omicron variant.
College students often experience the winter blues once the holidays are over. We've listed a few tips and tricks to beat the winter blues in college.
Millions of undergrads leave college without a degree. But before taking that drastic step, consider the alternatives to dropping out of college.
College students are in the midst of a mental health crisis. This psychologist's mental health coping strategies can help students flourish.
College can be stressful, making it important to practice self-care. Follow these tips to reduce anxiety and improve your mental health.
The 1990 Clery Act requires universities and colleges to show transparency in their crime reporting and to take measures to ensure campus safety.
It's normal for students to experience weight changes in their first year of college, but concerns arise when these fluctuations are due to unhealthy habits.
With COVID-19 exacerbating stress levels and challenges for students, colleges need to start thinking about how they can leverage services to support learners.
Even as campuses promise to reopen soon, college students continue to face increased anxiety from isolation, world events, and a loss of support networks.
A leave of absence helps students step back from school for medical, mental health, or career reasons. Learn what to consider before taking a leave of absence.
Citing breakthrough cases and COVID-19 variants, some colleges strengthen mask mandates. Meanwhile, some experts warn of the harms of masking young people.
Explore mental health challenges for undocumented students and get tips to help manage stress, anxiety, and marginalization.
Some colleges offer more mental health services than others. Learn about important signs to look for when deciding on a school.
Feeling anxious about heading back to a college campus? Discover tips to ease campus return anxiety and feel prepared for a successful in-person semester.
Many students find they miss the comforts of home when they go to college. Learn how to deal with homesickness in college.
Even as COVID-19 vaccination rates soar, college students need to stay vigilant. Keep yourself healthy by following basic practices, like washing your hands.
Learn how to stay safe at a college party, while still having fun. Use these tips to create a safety plan so you can get home in one piece.
Test anxiety can impede your performance on exams and in classes. Applying these practical tips before and during assessments can increase confidence.
In a new BestColleges survey, 95% of college students say COVID-19 has negatively impacted their mental health, which, in turn, has affected their education.
Hazing on college campuses — especially alcohol-fueled hazing — has been a problem for years, but new laws aim to crack down on the dangerous tradition.
Check out these tips for waking up early in college so you can get better sleep, maximize your productivity, and feel more energized throughout the day.
It's normal for college students to feel some level of stress, but burnout can lead to poor academic performance and serious health issues like depression.
One college student shares her and her peers' experiences facing pandemic-related challenges, such as combating depression and staying focused in school.
The college student mental health crisis has reached an inflection point in the era of COVID-19 as students struggle with increased isolation and financial anxiety.
In addition to shuttering campuses and thrusting online education into the spotlight, COVID-19 has entirely reshaped the college freshman experience.
Many college students are struggling in school due to the coronavirus. These expert tips explain how to improve mental health and pandemic-related stress.
A new BestColleges survey shows that over 8 in 10 students experiencing educational disruptions from COVID-19 are experiencing increased stress.
Meditation can help college students remain focused, relaxed, and stress-free. Discover how to start a meditation practice in college.
With so many distractions at home, it can be difficult to remain focused on your studies. Discover some essential study habits for remaining productive at home.
Balancing work and college is tough. Take the advice of Dr. Jessica Gold about staying mentally healthy while working your way through school.
Many college students face mental health struggles. Although campus resources are available, faculty need more training to be able to support their students.
