Homesickness can be defined as the feelings of sadness, anxiety or stress you may feel when you’re away from the people and places that are familiar to you. After spending months surrounded by family and indoors, for the new international students that may be traveling for the first time to study abroad, homesickness is going […]
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How to deal with homesickness as an international student
November 10th, 2021 by Alexis PonceMental Health and the College Experience
February 21st, 2020 by Elaine Del RossiDepression among college students comes in many forms and, in a survey conducted by the Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors in 2013, 36.4% of college students reported they experienced some level of depression. According to the study, depression is the number one reason students drop out of school, and is a gateway issue that, […]
I’m Scared to Talk About My Mental Health Issues, What Can I Do?
April 17th, 2017 by Yessica PratoImagine waking up one day and not knowing why you feel tired even after a good night sleep. Suddenly, simple tasks like showering, getting ready for classes, or leaving your room seem to require an incredible amount of strength. This could be signs of a mental health condition. As an international student, many factors can […]
Mental Health Awareness for International Students
June 19th, 2015 by Ross MasonWe all know that traveling and studying abroad can provide you with so many rewarding benefits. But, these new experiences can also affect you in other ways, and in some cases in negative ways. Some of things that could be affecting you are: Felling helpless or hopeless Feeling sad and lonely Having mood swings Low Energy […]
