ABSTRACT

This practical resource offers a much-needed introduction to the why, what, and how of supporting college students through mindfulness and stress-releasing strategies.

Higher education professionals are in a unique position to support, coach, and teach strategies with students to manage anxiety and emotional distress and improve well-being. Drawing on experience from the disciplines of Mental Health, Counseling, and Student Affairs, the authors provide evidence-based practices and tangible techniques supported by the latest brain-based research and neuroscience. Full of tools that college students can use daily to assist with their relaxation, meditation, focus, and stress management, this book helps higher education professionals who are not trained mental health practitioners to effectively and confidently incorporate activities to support the whole student.

chapter Chapter 1|28 pages

Mind, Body, and Spirit

Community Connection and Relationships Matter

chapter Chapter 2|21 pages

Brain Basics

chapter Chapter 3|15 pages

Relax and Release

chapter Chapter 4|26 pages

A Meditation a Day

chapter Chapter 5|17 pages

Mindful Movement

chapter Chapter 6|16 pages

Helping Students with Focus and Choices for Change

chapter Chapter 7|25 pages

Self-Care is the New Health Care

Prescriptions for Well-Being and Being Well