[Important Information for Students] Midterms getting you stressed? The Student Assistance Program is here for you

[Marco Ayala-Perez]

*Dear Students*,

At any point of the semester, we want you to know that your well-being is
our priority, but we know that midterms and keeping up your grades can be
particularly stressful.

*Breathe: *Slow, deep breaths can help lower blood pressure and heart
rate. Breathe
in through your nose and out through your mouth, allowing your breath to
flow into your belly. You can try counting to help you breathe regularly.

*Listen to Music: *No matter what the song, sometimes belting out the
lyrics to a favorite tune makes everything seem alright. If you’re in a
public place, just listening to music can be a quick fix for a bad mood.
Classical music can be especially relaxing right before bedtime.

*Take a Quick Walk: *When you’re feeling overwhelmed or having trouble
concentrating, go for a quick stroll around the campus. You’ll get the
benefits of alone time, physical activity, and enjoying the nice path with
river views we have along the campus.

*Find the Sun: *If it’s a sunny day, head outside for an easy way to lift
your spirits. Bright light can be an effective treatment for people who
suffer from depression, and can even cheer up otherwise healthy people.

*Stretch: *Standing up for a quick stretch can relieve muscle tension and
help you relax during a stressful workday. Try a shoulder roll-out or a
chest-opening stretch right from the desk chair.

*Squeeze a Stress Ball: *On the days that you are feeling tense, squeeze
a stress ball instead. It’s an easy, portable, and non-violent way to
relieve tension.

*Do Some Yoga: *Put your feet up—against the wall, of course. The Vipariti
Kirani yoga pose involves lying on the floor and resting the legs up
against a wall. Not only does it give the body a good stretch, but it helps
create peace of mind, too.

*Meditate: *Five minutes of peace is all it takes to reap the benefits of
meditation. There’s evidence that just two quick bouts of silent meditation
per day can relieve stress and depression. Find a comfortable spot in a
quiet place, focus on your breath, and feel those anxieties start to
disappear.

*Laugh: *Laughter is one of the sillier ways to beat stress, but
there’s science behind it. A fit of hysterics can increase blood flow and
boost immunity. Check out a hilarious YouTube video (maybe a piano-playing
pug?) for a quick pick-me-up.

*Talk to a Friend: *When something’s really bothering you, it can help to
share your feelings with a buddy. In fact, more talkative folks tend to be
happier in general. So vent to a coworker, friend, or family member.

And when that is not enough, that's why we want to remind you about
the BHS Student
Assistance Program <https://portal.bhsonline.com/>.

The BHS Student Assistance Program (SAP) remains committed to providing
free, confidential support to all our students. The program is designed to
help students manage life's challenges so they stay happy and healthy
throughout their journey at SUNY Plattsburgh and can reach their
personal and academic goals. Students can access this resource by going to
the BHS Portal <https://portal.bhsonline.com/> or scanning the QR Code
attached and login with the Organization ID: *SUNYPLATTSBURGH*.

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We believe that every student can benefit from mental health support, and
we encourage all of you to utilize this resource as you continue your
academic journey. Should you have any questions or concerns about how to
access this service, please reach out to the Student Health and Counseling
Center at healthcenter at plattsburgh.edu or 518-564-2187.

If you are experiencing a crisis or an emergency call University Police at
(518) 564 2022. Call or text to 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline, help is
available
--
MARCO AYALA,
B.Comm.
Student Health & Counseling Center Admin.
136 Student Health and Counseling Center
101 Broad Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
plattsburgh.edu
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