Mental Health Topics
Top Mental Health Challenges Facing College Students
This guide helps to identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues for college students and where and when to seek help.
Suicide Prevention
The following links provide information on prevention, research, FAQs, survivor information and what to do if someone you know is thinking about suicide:
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Coping with Suicide Loss (Find an in-person Support Group)
Depression
What is depression? What are the signs and symptoms of depression?
Do you think you might have depression? Take this screening to find out if you should seek professional help for your symptoms of depression: Depression Screening
Information on Suicide and Depression Awareness for Students
RRCC Online Mental Health Screenings. Brief, anonymous screenings can help you determine if you or someone you care about may need to reach out to a professional for help in dealing with depression or bipolar disorder.
Anxiety
What is anxiety? What are the signs and symptoms, diagnoses and treatments?
Do you think you might have anxiety? Take this screening to find out if you should seek professional help for your symptoms of anxiety: Anxiety Screening
Student Guide to Surviving Stress and Anxiety in College and Beyond
RRCC Online Mental Health Screenings. Brief, anonymous screenings can help you determine if you or someone you care about may need to reach out to a professional for help in dealing with generalized anxiety disorder or PTSD.
Good Self Care
- Exercise regularly, establish a sleep routine and get 6-8 hrs./night, eat healthy foods
- Practice Deep Breathing, Relaxation Exercises, Mindful Meditation
- Get Outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine
Tips:
- Talk it over: With a friend or counselor
- Change attitude: Reframe stress as a challenge
- Get organized: Use calendars or “to do lists”
- Decide when to say “yes” and “no”: Change “shoulds” to “coulds”
- Know your limits: Be realistic – set small goals; Reward yourself in healthy ways
- Positive self-talk: Be kind to yourself
- Visualize: Imagine being successful at whatever you are worried about
Relaxation, Meditation, and Mindfulness Exercises
