This article was co-authored by Adam Dorsay, PsyD and by wikiHow staff writer, Christopher M. Osborne, PhD. Dr. Adam Dorsay is a licensed psychologist in private practice in San Jose, CA, and the co-creator of Project Reciprocity, an international program at Facebook's Headquarters, and a consultant with Digital Ocean’s Safety Team. He specializes in assisting high-achieving adults with relationship issues, stress reduction, anxiety, and attaining more happiness in their lives. In 2016 he gave a well-watched TEDx talk about men and emotions. Dr. Dorsay has a M.A. in Counseling from Santa Clara University and received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2008.
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No matter if you’re in grade school or grad school, it’s natural to experience school-related stress. But school stress is also something you can successfully manage. This article lists several strategies for coping with school stress, starting with the “4 As” of stress management, then moving on to quick stress-reducers and longer-term adjustments. So, instead of letting school stress control you, take charge of your stress and enjoy your school experience!
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How Do You Manage Stress From School?
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Write your feelings down in a note or a diary, and if you don’t want anyone to see, just get rid of it when you're done.Thanks
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Don't resort to drugs, alcohol or smoking as stress reducers.Thanks
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Don't be afraid to say no to responsibilities if you simply cannot handle the additional pressure to do them.Thanks
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- Make a 'to do' list and place the things in order based on how time consuming, difficult and important they are. Then, work through the list strategically and you'll feel good when you've done them and you can tick them off. I know it's cliché but it really does help!
- Don't worry about getting a 100 on every single test, it's not going to happen. As long as you do your very best, that's all that matters. If you make a C on your biology test, for example, study harder for the next one in order to keep the A you want.
- Talk to friends about issues. Maybe they can help you handle it or take it away. Often your friends are the best people in the world to talk to.
References
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stress-management.htm
- ↑ https://hbr.org/2014/11/how-to-handle-stress-in-the-moment
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stress-management.htm
- ↑ https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/get-help-now
- ↑ https://www.verywellmind.com/top-school-stress-relievers-for-students-3145179
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/homework.html
- ↑ https://news.uga.edu/break-large-tasks-down-into-smaller-more-manageable-pieces/
- ↑ Adam Dorsay, PsyD. Licensed Psychologist & TEDx Speaker. Expert Interview. 11 April 2019.
- ↑ Adam Dorsay, PsyD. Licensed Psychologist & TEDx Speaker. Expert Interview. 11 April 2019.
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