Winter quarter 2020 is coming to an end and finals are rapidly approaching. Each student experiences college differently, juggling school, work, and their social life, and emotional self-care is essential for mental well-being. Alexis Rodriguez, a graduate student with a bachelor of science in psychology, believes that counseling helps to allow students feel empowered with techniques they could use to evolve with in circumstances and emotional self-care. “As a student I feel like getting stressed, we do not notice the impact as we are moving from one assignment to the next and we normalize always being busy and always doing something, as everyone is always busy. We tend to not see how … [Read more...] about Students emphasize the importance of self-care
Health
Stressors from school and their possible effects on mental health
By: Layla Lopez and Vanessa Castaneda Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed as this quarter comes to an end? With finals week approaching, CSUSB students might be feeling physically exhausted and mentally drained as their assignments continue to pile up. If the pressure begins to feel unbearable, students have resources such as the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) available to them on campus. From cramming for exams to writing lengthy papers, it’s easy for students to get caught up in all of their work and to forget to take care of the most important thing: their health. Kaiser Permanente M.D. and psychiatrist, Mohammed Haqqani, stated, “Sleep deprivation is a common … [Read more...] about Stressors from school and their possible effects on mental health
Students feel the burnout
As college students, most of us have to deal with the daily stressors of school, work, and life. This can put a strain in our mental, physical, and emotional health as there is usually little to no time for self-care. On top of that, not many people know how to practice self-care. "Sometimes I feel like I don't have a break, even on my days off. I constantly feel burnt out because of work and school," said CSUSB senior, Jailene Paniagua. From attending CSUSB, working on the days she does not attend classes and still trying to maintain healthy relationships with loved ones, Paniagua shares her experience with burnout and how she copes. "When I'm not at school, I'm working. If I'm … [Read more...] about Students feel the burnout
Less stress: coping strategies for success
When was the last time you took a breathing break? Life can quickly become an overwhelming factor. There are proposed coping strategies that assist with everyday stress. For example, taking a two- to three-minute breathing break and listening to peaceful melodies. "One of the first coping skills that we review and teach in therapy is deep breathing," said psychologist Angelica Garita. "Deep breathing is very important and it also has a lot of amazing benefits. Some of the benefits include increased oxygen to your body which helps in healing, reduced carbon dioxide, which has been shown to be a contributor to anxiety, increased self-awareness, increased relaxation, reduced production … [Read more...] about Less stress: coping strategies for success
Recreation and Wellness Events
The Recreation and Wellness Center is a popular spot on campus for students to stay in shape, learn how to rock climb, or just relieve stress. Not many students know about the off-campus events that our Recreation and Wellness Center has to offer. Wendy Wheeler, Senior, stated, “I had no idea that our recreation center offered events. I just thought it was a super nice gym that we have on campus. ” The prices vary depending on which event you choose to attend. Some range between $100 and $200. One event was $200 a person. The upcoming Black Canyon Paddle and Hot Springs event is $120 a person but it includes transportation from the CSUSB main campus, breakfast/lunch/dinner, reserved … [Read more...] about Recreation and Wellness Events
How to cope with post graduate anxiety
Being in your final year of college is a bittersweet feeling. You have a little bit of "senioritis" and you're just ready for a new experience. However, you wonder how the "real world" will receive you. You ask yourself, "What can I offer? Do I have enough experience? How am I going to get a job right out of school? Am I even ready to be out of school?" These questions are perfectly normal to have, but they can give you so much stress. This feeling can be labeled as post graduate anxiety. There is a bit of guilt that comes with post graduate anxiety because graduation is a time to celebrate your accomplishments, and at every gathering your family members will ask, "So, what are you … [Read more...] about How to cope with post graduate anxiety
Healthcare: Unaffordable necessity?
Healthcare is a required must for many American citizens, but not every American has the same opportunity to access it. Low-income citizens have no other choice but to sign up for state coverage. The state coverage does not provide the quality of healthcare as private insurances do. Dr. Ernesto Barnes M.D. has been a doctor in the United States for more than 30 years. Dr. Barnes has seen the many political policies make their way in the medical field. He provided his insight on the issue. Q: What inspired you to become a doctor? A: Well, I come from a family of doctors. My dad and my grandfather were both doctors and my mother was a pediatrician. So, I knew that if I did not … [Read more...] about Healthcare: Unaffordable necessity?
New study shows black carbon crosses placenta to fetus
Recent research has confirmed that toxic air pollution is affecting all of us – from the top of our heads to the tips of our toes, but black carbon (BC) has been found to have crossed the placental wall of pregnant mothers, which affects the fetus at its earliest stage of life. When CSUSB student, Mallory Bedney, heard about the impact of pollution on pregnant women she said, "I was shocked, as I’m quite concerned for the future of our air quality and climate. I can see the toll it has taken on our health, and the fact that people may be born with health issues due to pollution and poor air quality is a real and legitimate concern.” This discovery was in a study which was done in … [Read more...] about New study shows black carbon crosses placenta to fetus
To eat or not to eat: how to keep stress eating from eating you
The Health and Wellness Center hosted an informational workshop on October 16, 2019 about the effects that stress eating can have on your mental health and well being. With exams, presentations, and busy schedules taking up so much of a student’s life, it might be second nature to grab some good, sit down with your favorite show, and eat.... and eat... and eat some more. Stress eating can happen to anybody and is one of the easiest ways to distract someone from all the chaos happening around you. It often starts with a craving, and before you know it, you’ve eaten a bag of chips, a leftover slice of pizza, and some cookies. And after all the food which you might not have registered … [Read more...] about To eat or not to eat: how to keep stress eating from eating you
Keeping our pets healthy
Friends of Upland Animal Shelter in partnership with Banfield Pet Hospital held their third annual Banfield Free Preventative Care Clinic at Friends’ shelter-ran thrift shop located in Upland, Calif. on Sunday, October 13. This event is held each year to provide free vaccinations, heartworm testing, flea and tick prevention, ear cleaning, nail clipping, and a general exam to the pets of low-income homes. In addition to these free services for those families in need, the clinic also provided microchipping for $10 per pet. Friends of Upland Animal Shelter is a non-profit organization that strives to find loving homes for dogs and cats in the city of Upland. The shelter works in … [Read more...] about Keeping our pets healthy