Nov. 28, 2007
EDITORS NOTE: For more information contact Kathryn Stratton at 732-932-7884 or via email at stratton@echo.rutgers.edu.
RUTGERS OFFERS STUDENTS A STRESS FREE ZONE
WHAT: Students will experience stress-reducing activities in preparation for the final examination period in two weeks.
Activities include massages, games, crafts, yoga, listening to classical music and kickboxing.
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| WHAT: | Students will experience stress-reducing activities in preparation for the final examination period in two weeks. |
| WHO: | Approximately 300 students are expected throughout the event. Counselors from the Rutgers Counseling and Psychological Services will be available. |
| WHEN: | Thursday, Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| WHERE: | Busch Campus Center, 604 Bartholomew Road, Piscataway |
BACKGROUND: The Stress Free Zone offers a novel approach to achieving academic success and enhancing well-being by providing tangible techniques to cope with stress.
Undeniably, stress is a part of life and in order to lead productive, happy and healthy lives, it is vital to learn how to remain calm in the face of pressures and problems, says Kathryn Stratton, coordinator of psychological consultation and education at Rutgers Counseling and Psychological Services.
According to the International Stress Management Association, common physical symptoms of stress are headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, overeating, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, rapid heartbeat, hypertension and insomnia. Also, psychological symptoms of stress include inattentiveness, forgetfulness, poor concentration, irritability, restlessness, hyperactivity, frustration, anger, anxiety and depression.
Building a repertoire of stress-reducing skills and attempting to decrease barriers to resources on campus can increase the likelihood of students attaining success in their lives, Stratton says.
Contact: Nicole Pride
732-932-7084, Ext. 610
E-mail: npride@ur.rutgers.edu
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