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Sleep, Stress, and Time Management
Sleep is something we all crave, especially in college. However, with our crazy schedules, many times we do not get the amount of sleep we need. We also get stressed with school and work loads and seem to be crunched when it comes with time. While all of these factors weigh down on us, there are some resources that can help. Be sure to look at Counseling Services as well as services offered through Mercy Regional Health Center for sleep and stress management. For time management, check out services at the Office of Student Life, the Office of Student Activities and Services, and the Academic Assistance Center.
Stress management tips:
- Know what stresses you the most
- Say no
- Learn to relax
- Eat healthy
- Laugh
- Ask why
- Stay Active
- Organize and Prioritize
- Practice Stress Relief Techniques
Time management tips:
- Be Realistic
- State Goals in Positive Statement
- Be Precise
- Set Priorities
- Write Goals Down
- Keep Operational Goals Small
- Set Performance Goals, Not Just Outcome Goals
Manhattan Resources
- On-Campus:
- Academic Assistance Center
- Counseling Services
- Family Center
- Lafene Health Center
- general medical services providing health care for illness and injury as well as physical examinations;
- allergy and immunization services including information needed for travel;
- a pharmacy dispenses new prescriptions, refills, and over-the-counter medications;
- a laboratory equipped for any laboratory testing request, including those from non-Lafene physicians;
- asthma clinic;
- sports medicine;
- physical therapy;
- x-ray;
- a full service women’s clinic.
- Office of Student Activities and Services
- Office of Student Life
- provides direct support and services to students,
- connects students with accurate referrals,
- advocates for students in a variety of settings,
- encourages appreciation of diverse experiences and perspectives,
- coordinates the university response to campus and student crises,
- monitors the campus environment and safety issues,
- administers and advises the student judicial program, and
- provides support for student family members.
- Veterinary Medical Counseling Services
Academic Assistance Center Academic Assistance Center
Having a hard time transitioning into college-level academics? Need help with homework? The Academic Assistance Center (AAC) provides programs for students who are having difficulty transitioning into school academically and may need more structure and support. Free tutoring is provided for a variety of introductory courses. They also administer entrance and professional exams. Another program offered through AAC is the Academic Transition program which provides social, emotional, and academic support to underrepresented students during their first year or when they are at-risk academically.
Hide DescriptionCounseling Services
Having a hard time adjusting on campus? Problems dealing with stress, family, relationships, alcohol, eating disorders, or other issues? Counseling services provides short-term, focused counseling in the areas of: decision-making, crisis intervention, solution, adjustment, and matters of personal concern. They also assist in identifying and referring additional resources on campus and in the community. Check out their website resource page for self-help tips. Also, the Alcohol and Other Drug Education office supports access to personal assessment on alcohol and other drug use.
Hide DescriptionK-State Family Center
The K-State Family Center provides individual, couple, family and group therapy. Marriage and family therapy faculty, doctoral and master’s students staff the center. The Family Center provides a range of services including: Relationship counseling, Family therapy, Play therapy, Child and adolescent therapy, Divorce and separation adjustment, Counseling for single-parent families, Counseling for blended families, Therapy for those dealing with grief and loss, Trauma therapy, Individual therapy for those dealing with life transitions, chronic illness, anxiety and depression, Parent education programming and parent counseling, and Mediation.
Hide DescriptionLafene Health Center
Lafene Health Center offers K-State students comprehensive, high quality, easily accessible, affordable outpatient health care. Lafene also serves as a resource and an advocate for health education, promotion and wellness.
Services include:
The Health Promotion/Nutrition Counseling Department provides nutrition counseling to include a self assessment tool through Lafene’s web site; presentations on health topics; peer education programs; and CPR certification. Health Educators also teach an 8 week college health course available for 3 credit hours – enrollment in EDCEP 103 available through iSIS.
Hide DescriptionE-Mail: lafene@k-state.edu
Website: http://www.k-state.edu/lafene
Phone: 785-532-.6544 (general); 785.532.6554 (women’s clinic);
785-.532-.6595 (health promotion & nutrition counseling)
Office of Student Activities and Services
a. The purpose of the Office of Student Activities and Services is to complement the academic programs of study at K-State and to enhance the overall educational experience of students through exposure to and participation in social, cultural, recreational, and governance programs. With over 450 student organizations, students can learn about student organizations already registered or start a new organization in OSAS. OSAS also has resources for students and organization advisors for applying for SGA funding and planning events.
Hide DescriptionOffice of Student Life
The Office of Student Life is where students, parents, faculty, and staff can turn for help and guidance with student concerns. Our mission is to enhance the K-State student experience and promote student success in the classroom and in life.
The Office of Student Life:
Veterinary Medical Counseling Service
Counseling Services in the College of Veterinary Medicine offers a convenient location for busy veterinary medical students to discuss individual, couple, or family concerns. Common challenges addressed are depression, anxiety, relationship distress, transitional stress, grief and loss, school/life balance, study skills, and time management. All services are free to participants and there are no restrictions on the number of possible sessions. Please note eligibility for services is limited to veterinary medical students.
Hide DescriptionE-mail: mhafen@vet.ksu.edu
Phone: 785.532.4448
- Off-Campus:
- Mercy Regional Health Center
- Research & Extension, K-State
Mercy Regional Health Center
Mercy Regional Health Center provides a number of different resources, programs, and educational services, such as sleep disorder services, nutrition clinic, occupational health, pain management, weight management, and much more.
Hide DescriptionWebsite: http://mercyregional.org
Phone: 785.776.3322
K-State Research and Extension
K-State Research and Extension
K-State Research and Extension is dedicated to strong, healthy communities, family and youth through integrated research, analysis and education. They provide a variety of online resources about health and nutrition, home, family and youth, environment, and more.
Hide DescriptionWebsite: www.oznet.k-state.edu
Phone: 785.537.6147
