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Are animals a study help or hindrance?

by Cassidy Brown Assistance dogs are changing the way we can study at Charles Sturt University. This is due to increasing awareness of the ability of animals to improve mental and physical health. To clarify, there are three categories of assistance...

Positive body image mantra

by Cassidy Brown To feel energised and motivated inside, we have to give ourselves tender, loving care while at university. Having a positive body image comes from engaging in regular self-care activities: Avoid an excessive use of social media Stop...

Boost your energy today

If your tank feels stuck on empty, these easy tips will quickly turn around your day and reboot your energy levels without breaking the bank. It starts with how you eat Up your water intake. Drinking water is an instant energy boost. Add sliced...

Burn off the Christmas feed

I do not know about you but during winter I always think that it’s the time to get my summer body started, however the months pass and I am still a slump. Then it’s Christmas, which means so much food and not a lot of exercise. Well...

Refresh the way you think about exercising

Here is how you can change the way you think about exercising! It’s time to refresh the positive mindset and get physical. We’re in the same boat – I exercises on a daily basis and have plenty experienced the struggle of thinking...

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Mental health over the holiday season

It’s holiday time which means no more reason to stress or feel anxious right? Not exactly. Just because exams are over doesn’t mean we should stop looking after ourselves. The only person who can take care of your mental health is you. It’s...

It is perfectly ok to not feel ok

Tough and Up!

By Natasha Bailo It’s a sad fact that one in four individuals suffer from mental illness, with the highest rate occurring in those aged 18-24 years. Someone close to you may be having a hard time, yet you may not have even realised. In light of...

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Top tips to tackle exam stress

The end of session brings with it many things – holidays, parties, and worst of all, exams. Exam time is one of the most stressful periods of the year and, if you let it get out of hand, that stress can develop into many things including anxiety and...

Surviving Uni With A Mental Illness

Disclaimer: In no way, shape, or form is this medical advice. I am not a medical professional. This article is based on personal experience and the experiences of people I know.  Keep in contact with your doctor If you’ve been diagnosed with a...

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Minding Your Mental Health at Uni

It’s no secret that uni can be pretty demanding. Tutorial work, assignments, missed classes – they can all catch up with you! And on top of this you have to balance working, a social life, family demands, relationships. Some days it can...

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