College Adulting 101

Physical Health Resources

Taking good care of your body and mind can make a difference in how well you do in school and how well you manage change. Exercising, eating right, getting enough rest and relaxing, and seeking medical care when necessary, will help you do better, enjoy school more and improve how you deal with life's challenges.

Please consider having the following ready BEFORE a medical emergency:

1. Copy of insurance card
2. Personal medical information
3. Copy of prescription information
4. Health care plan (e.g. where do I go if I need to see a doctor, what are after-hours options etc.) 
5. Have a basic first aid kit on hand (see here for ideas for what to include)

Though an exciting time for many people, college can also introduce struggles such as social pressures to conform or experiment with drugs and alcohol, problems achieving work-life balance, impostor syndrome, and a lack of sleep.

College students may also feel disconnected from their support systems back home as they encounter new people, values, and life experiences.

All these changes put college students at risk of developing mental health conditions. 

YACPA provides counseling services that are available to support students with mental health concerns. Services are available via phone for students who are off campus. All counseling needs are contracted with BetterHelp.

Contact Student Services for more information