Stress and Anxiety
Be realistic in what you can and cannot do.
Get adequate sleep. Try to establish a regular hour for bedtime.
Control your emotions.
Learn to love people more than things.
Don't rely on alcohol or drugs to cope with a problem.
Don't keep feelings to yourself.
Make decisions even though they may turn out to be wrong.
Try to follow routines. Avoid disorganization and disruption.
Develop a sense of humor, especially when there is tension.
Engage in physical exercise without overdoing it.
Body Image Problems
Ask yourself how much your feelings are shaped by the messages you get. Are your views shaped by the images you see?
Think of people you know whose bodies don't fit the "ideal."
Focus on the things you like about your body. Are you healthy? Does your body do the things you need it to do? What are your best features?
Think about the things you don't like about your body. You can learn to accept your body. But are these things you can change? An exercise plan or changing your clothes or hair might help you feel better about yourself.
Remember that body image is only one part of who you are.
How to Prevent Alcohol Abuse
Find out about how your body processes alcohol.
Make a plan and set a limit. It's tough to know when to stop if your judgement is impaired. Make decisions about your limit before you start drinking.
Eat before you drink.
Avoid drinking games. Their purpose is to get you drunk fast
Keep track of how much you've had.
Information from the Dartmouth College Health Service
