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PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS
Mental health challenges are more common than most people know.
Mental health issues are in part hereditary and can also be exacerbated or instigated by experiences. Having family members with disorders increases the chances of you becoming mentally ill.
If you believe you are struggling with mental health issues, you could benefit from free counseling at your college and in your community. It’s a good idea to seek help as soon as possible.
Resources for Mental Health:
Confidential Hotline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or [email protected]
Mental Health America: www.nmha.org
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: www.dbsalliance.org
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-TALK (8255)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Six Things You Can Say to Someone Who is Depressed (Kim, J). Link: psychologytoday.com/us/blog/culture-shrink/201507/6-things-you-can-say-support-someone-whos-depressed
What to Say to Someone Who’s Depressed: Link: findyourwords.org/support-someone-with-depression/what-to-say-to-someone
PERSONALITY
Personality is a general way that we think, feel, and behave. It greatly influences our ability to succeed in all areas of our lives.
Negative emotionality and conscientiousness are dimensions that will most impact your ability to succeed in college.
To learn more and to access helpful resources and activities, click the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/personality.html
RELATIONSHIP WITH PARENTS
Functional and healthy relationships with parents are key to college success. If you didn't answer questions for one of your parents or skipped any questions for any reason, your score may be more towards the healthy side of the scale.
Even a single parent can have negative effects on your success and well-being. Some things are not in our hands, but we can learn to deal with them effectively.
Having the right knowledge and tools can help make success more likely. Click here for more information and helpful resources: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/engaging-with-parents.html
PEER ENGAGEMENT
As you well know, it’s crucial to make friends, especially during your first term and year in school. This is easier if you are extraverted, comfortable putting yourself out there, or proactive.
A positive network of peers can make you resilient, improve your academic performance, enrich your life, and provide a great trajectory in your career and future. If you’re considering joining fraternities or sororities, this information is also key to keeping you safe and healthy.
If you do feel lonely or are having difficulty with making meaningful friendships, there are many resources and opportunities on campus to help.
To learn more about the importance of peer relationships, how to navigate peer pressure and what it means to be a good friend, use the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/peer-engagement.html
ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT
Academic engagement is the extent that you actively participate in your courses and campus life. Just because you have a low score on this, it doesn’t mean that you will do poorly, it just means that there is more room to grow and have fun. The author of this project was a failing high school student with low academic engagement, and he went on to become an honors president and acknowledged for academics, leadership, and service by the California State Legislature.
Asking questions in class, participating in clubs, and becoming involved in campus activities are some ways to integrate into your school. Doing so can increase your sense of belonging and attachment to your institution and often leads to degree completion and happiness.
Learn more by clicking here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/academic-engagement.html
ENGAGEMENT WITH INSTITUTE PERSONNEL
Building connections with faculty, staff, and other personnel on campus is crucial for finding all the help you need to succeed in your courses and personal life. These people often have insights and can provide social and emotional support.
This includes information about selecting promising careers and courses for completing a degree. They may also be a support for family and peer challenges.
For more information, tools, and exercises to help you connect with these vital people, click on the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/engagement-with-institute-personnel.html
SELF-ESTEEM
Self-Esteem is a person’s overall feeling about themselves, namely their perceived value or worth as a human. When this is high, we are more likely to treat ourselves better, strive for better, and experience a greater overall feeling of well-being.
If you have circumstances that are difficult or have mental health challenges, your self-esteem may be adversely affected. You can, however, improve your self-esteem.
To learn more, click on the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/self-esteem.html
SELF-EFFICACY
Self-efficacy is our view of our ability to do well in any one particular area of our lives, such as mathematics, reading, studying, taking tests, making friends, and an infinite number of skills.
Keep in mind that self-efficacy is an evaluation of oneself that could be wrong. We see this in many studies, where someone believes that they are lacking the abilities and therefore underperform.
To learn more and engage in activities to improve your self-efficacy, click here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/self-efficacy.html
MINDSET
Mindsets are people’s underlying beliefs about their ability to change.
If you believe that people can change, you have what is called a “growth mindset.” The opposite is a “fixed mindset.”
As you can see, the view is on a spectrum and not one or the other.
Your mindset can be changed and the benefits can be substantial. Some highlights include the following:
BONUS CONCEPTS/RESOURCES BELOW
You'll find key psychological factors for college success below.
These have surfaced in educational and psychological research as having a significant impact on adjustment to college.
These topics include the following:
There is more information that will be shared shortly, such as STEM, women in college, first-generation college students, and life skills.
SENSE OF BELONGING
This is a fundamental human need.
Most students worry about belonging when they start at a new institution, regardless of backgrounds such as race, city of origin, parents’ education level, and gender. Gaining this sense of belonging is vital for healthy adjustment and well-being.
Learn how to feel more connected by clicking here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/sense-of-belonging.html
FIRST-YEAR PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTION
During the first term and year in college, many students' grades dip.
Some students ascribe this to personal abilities, such as not being able to do college-level assignments and work. Others ascribe their performance to situational factors, such as a new academic schedule and different course formats or assignments.
Those who ascribe their lower-performance to situational changes and sought out help sooner than later were not only more likely to stay in college, but also saw their grades return to normal and completed their degrees.
To learn more, click here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/first-year-performance-attribution.html
FINANCIAL CONCERNS
Financing your education is perhaps one of the most discussed topics regarding college. Whether your parents will be helping, you’ll be funding your education, or you are receiving some form of financial assistance, it will be wise to learn as much as possible and use resources available to you on and off-campus, such as budgeting apps.
To learn more about financial aid in college, click here:
You can stay up-to-date with The Good Student’s material and resources by subscribing here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/financial-concerns.html
Provide feedback regarding this survey here: https://forms.gle/dTsRwM6wxCwTrUW97
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PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS
Mental health challenges are more common than most people know.
- Up to 20 percent of students are depressed
- 63 percent of students report having a mental health crisis on campus each year
- About 75 percent of mental health illnesses start by the age of 24
- Stress among students continues to increase
Mental health issues are in part hereditary and can also be exacerbated or instigated by experiences. Having family members with disorders increases the chances of you becoming mentally ill.
If you believe you are struggling with mental health issues, you could benefit from free counseling at your college and in your community. It’s a good idea to seek help as soon as possible.
Resources for Mental Health:
Confidential Hotline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or [email protected]
Mental Health America: www.nmha.org
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: www.dbsalliance.org
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-TALK (8255)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Six Things You Can Say to Someone Who is Depressed (Kim, J). Link: psychologytoday.com/us/blog/culture-shrink/201507/6-things-you-can-say-support-someone-whos-depressed
What to Say to Someone Who’s Depressed: Link: findyourwords.org/support-someone-with-depression/what-to-say-to-someone
PERSONALITY
Personality is a general way that we think, feel, and behave. It greatly influences our ability to succeed in all areas of our lives.
Negative emotionality and conscientiousness are dimensions that will most impact your ability to succeed in college.
To learn more and to access helpful resources and activities, click the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/personality.html
RELATIONSHIP WITH PARENTS
Functional and healthy relationships with parents are key to college success. If you didn't answer questions for one of your parents or skipped any questions for any reason, your score may be more towards the healthy side of the scale.
Even a single parent can have negative effects on your success and well-being. Some things are not in our hands, but we can learn to deal with them effectively.
Having the right knowledge and tools can help make success more likely. Click here for more information and helpful resources: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/engaging-with-parents.html
PEER ENGAGEMENT
As you well know, it’s crucial to make friends, especially during your first term and year in school. This is easier if you are extraverted, comfortable putting yourself out there, or proactive.
A positive network of peers can make you resilient, improve your academic performance, enrich your life, and provide a great trajectory in your career and future. If you’re considering joining fraternities or sororities, this information is also key to keeping you safe and healthy.
If you do feel lonely or are having difficulty with making meaningful friendships, there are many resources and opportunities on campus to help.
To learn more about the importance of peer relationships, how to navigate peer pressure and what it means to be a good friend, use the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/peer-engagement.html
ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT
Academic engagement is the extent that you actively participate in your courses and campus life. Just because you have a low score on this, it doesn’t mean that you will do poorly, it just means that there is more room to grow and have fun. The author of this project was a failing high school student with low academic engagement, and he went on to become an honors president and acknowledged for academics, leadership, and service by the California State Legislature.
Asking questions in class, participating in clubs, and becoming involved in campus activities are some ways to integrate into your school. Doing so can increase your sense of belonging and attachment to your institution and often leads to degree completion and happiness.
Learn more by clicking here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/academic-engagement.html
ENGAGEMENT WITH INSTITUTE PERSONNEL
Building connections with faculty, staff, and other personnel on campus is crucial for finding all the help you need to succeed in your courses and personal life. These people often have insights and can provide social and emotional support.
This includes information about selecting promising careers and courses for completing a degree. They may also be a support for family and peer challenges.
For more information, tools, and exercises to help you connect with these vital people, click on the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/engagement-with-institute-personnel.html
SELF-ESTEEM
Self-Esteem is a person’s overall feeling about themselves, namely their perceived value or worth as a human. When this is high, we are more likely to treat ourselves better, strive for better, and experience a greater overall feeling of well-being.
If you have circumstances that are difficult or have mental health challenges, your self-esteem may be adversely affected. You can, however, improve your self-esteem.
To learn more, click on the link here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/self-esteem.html
SELF-EFFICACY
Self-efficacy is our view of our ability to do well in any one particular area of our lives, such as mathematics, reading, studying, taking tests, making friends, and an infinite number of skills.
Keep in mind that self-efficacy is an evaluation of oneself that could be wrong. We see this in many studies, where someone believes that they are lacking the abilities and therefore underperform.
To learn more and engage in activities to improve your self-efficacy, click here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/self-efficacy.html
MINDSET
Mindsets are people’s underlying beliefs about their ability to change.
If you believe that people can change, you have what is called a “growth mindset.” The opposite is a “fixed mindset.”
As you can see, the view is on a spectrum and not one or the other.
Your mindset can be changed and the benefits can be substantial. Some highlights include the following:
- Greater academic and social resilience
- Better transition between educational institutions
- Higher math grades
- Reduction of risk for anxiety and depression
BONUS CONCEPTS/RESOURCES BELOW
You'll find key psychological factors for college success below.
These have surfaced in educational and psychological research as having a significant impact on adjustment to college.
These topics include the following:
- Mindset (covered above)
- Sense of Belonging
- First-Year Performance Attribution
There is more information that will be shared shortly, such as STEM, women in college, first-generation college students, and life skills.
SENSE OF BELONGING
This is a fundamental human need.
Most students worry about belonging when they start at a new institution, regardless of backgrounds such as race, city of origin, parents’ education level, and gender. Gaining this sense of belonging is vital for healthy adjustment and well-being.
Learn how to feel more connected by clicking here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/sense-of-belonging.html
FIRST-YEAR PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTION
During the first term and year in college, many students' grades dip.
Some students ascribe this to personal abilities, such as not being able to do college-level assignments and work. Others ascribe their performance to situational factors, such as a new academic schedule and different course formats or assignments.
Those who ascribe their lower-performance to situational changes and sought out help sooner than later were not only more likely to stay in college, but also saw their grades return to normal and completed their degrees.
To learn more, click here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/first-year-performance-attribution.html
FINANCIAL CONCERNS
Financing your education is perhaps one of the most discussed topics regarding college. Whether your parents will be helping, you’ll be funding your education, or you are receiving some form of financial assistance, it will be wise to learn as much as possible and use resources available to you on and off-campus, such as budgeting apps.
To learn more about financial aid in college, click here:
You can stay up-to-date with The Good Student’s material and resources by subscribing here: https://www.thegoodstudent.org/financial-concerns.html
Provide feedback regarding this survey here: https://forms.gle/dTsRwM6wxCwTrUW97