Everyone feels stressed now and then – it’s a normal part of university life. Some days are better than others, and there’s no wrong time to reach out. There are resources for every situation and every level of stress.
Connect, build skills and if you need help, we are here for you.
– I can do this!
– I feel motivated.
– I get along with friends and family.
– I feel hopeful about the future.
Making friends and getting involved outside the classroom can be the most enjoyable and fulfilling part of university life. Friends keep you grounded when you face challenges, and connecting with other people who share your interests can encourage you to do your best. So explore what’s out there, and you’ll soon find a sense of belonging!
What can I do?
Where can I go?
- ASKme Anything pop up booths
- Athletic Centre
- Centre for Community Partnerships
- Centre for International Experience
- Family Care Office
- First Nations House
- Goldring Centre
- Hart House
- Multi-Faith Centre
- Sexual & Gender Diversity Office
- Varsity Centre
Build coping skills
– I sometimes have trouble sleeping because I’m worried.
– I sometimes feel stressed and can’t focus.
– I didn’t think it would be this hard.
Feeling stressed and worried can be a normal response to the challenges of university life – in fact, you need stress to do your best work. But it’s important to learn how to manage those feelings and find balance with your academics and personal life. Ask for help early and often to get connected to your peers, develop coping skills and find the help you need to succeed.
What can I do?
- Wellness workshops: Better Coping Skills, Better Coping Skills for Grads, Sleep Well and Breathe Well
- Campus Chaplains Association
- Grief Support
Where can I go?
- Academic Success
- Accessibility Services
- Health & Wellness
- Writing Centres
- Your Registrar/Dean of Students
– I feel depressed, isolated, unwell.
– I am thinking a bout dropping out of school.
– I don’t know if I can do this.
If you need help, we’re here for you. The team at Health & Wellness offers a wide range of services including confidential counselling and health services. If you need someone to talk to right away, there are many 24-hour community resources available.
Campus resources
Community resources
- Good2Talk Helpline: 1-866-925-5454
- My Student Support Program (My SSP): 1-844-451-9700. Outside of North America, call 001-416-380-6578.
- Assaulted Women’s Helpline: 416-863-0511
- Gerstein Crisis Centre: 416-929-5200
- Toronto Distress Centre: 416-408-4357
- Drug and Alcohol Helpline: 1-800-565-8603
- Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600
- Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-888-230-3505
-
Associated Programs