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How can I cope with the student lifestyle?
Student life is full of new and exciting experiences and there is often lots going on. It is important to take the time to look after yourself to help you cope with the changes in lifestyle. Some areas that you could focus on are:
Managing stress
Looking after your physical health
Coping in an alcohol or drugs culture
For more ideas, check out Student Minds’ Transitions resource.
Managing stress
You might feel like there is a lot of pressure to do well academically, as well as pressure to be sociable. In particular, mature students often say that they feel under stress if they are struggling financially and they have invested money in the course as part of a career change, which can create extra pressure to do well.
Try to build up strategies to manage stress before it gets too much, so it’s easier to respond to additional pressure – for example, around exam times.
Try out some mindfulness exercises. There is a lot of evidence to suggest these can be really helpful, especially for managing stress. Take a look at our mindfulness pages for more information.
Try using a planner. This can help to keep track of deadlines and key commitments and organise your study.
Take time out to relax. Getting away from your desk, even for short periods of time, can help keep you calm.
Keep an eye on social commitments to avoid overloading your schedule around deadlines and exams.
Try online support and apps. There are lots of apps and websites available that can help you to manage your stress levels, such as those offering a daily meditation or mindfulness practice. For more information on online support, including apps, have a look at our pages on mental health online.
