According to Mayo Clinic, stress can take a toll on ones body which can be seen throughout different symptoms such as:
1. Headaches
2.Fatigue
3. Muscle tension or pain
Our source for the statistic in this video: (Yorgason, Lonville, & Zitzman, 2008; Dyson & Renk, 2006; Benton et al., 2002) and lower self-esteem (Hudd et al., 2000).
this is our source for the statistic mentioned in this video:
MtvU, Jed Foundation, & The Associated Press. (2009). mtvU AP 2009 Economy, College Stress and Mental Health Poll. Retrieved from: https://t.co/iDkEgkilYz
According to the National Survey of Student Engagement’s findings, the average student spends about 17 hours each week doing homework, reading, and working on any other assignments. That’s a lot of time! Don’t forget to #TakeaStudyBreak in between study sessions!
Common effects of stress on your behavior:
Overeating or undereating
Angry outbursts
Drug or alcohol abuse
Tobacco use
Social withdrawal
Exercising less often
Don't stress yourself out! #TakeaStudyBreak
An American College Health Association (ACHA, 2007) survey of more than 16,000 college students found that 33.7% reported that stress interfered with their academic performance, as evidenced by missing classes, receiving lower grades, or dropping courses. #TakeaStudyBreak
According to a 2008 mental health study by the Associated Press and mtvU, 8 in 10 college students say they have sometimes or frequently experienced stress in their daily lives over the past three months. This is an increase of 20% from a survey five years ago. #TakeaStudyBreak