Studying from home has its perks but sometimes finding a comfortable and productive workspace is difficult. Maybe you’re used to studying wherever and whenever you can — at the dinner table, when you’re sitting down in front of the TV, or on your bed. If this true for you, it’s likely you’re plagued with a whole host of aches and pains as a result.

Here are some simply ergonomic tips to help students while working at your desktop or laptop, take some time to consider your own learning habits and workspace and see where you can identify areas for improvement:

This resource was originally curated by the Girls’ Night In team in June 2020. It is intended to help members of the Black community find resources for mental health support, including those experiencing violence-based trauma.

Although Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQQIA) people are as diverse as the general Canadian population in their experiences of mental health and well-being, they face higher risks for some mental health issues due to the effects of discrimination and the social determinants of health. This list of supports is by no means exhaustive but it is a place to start. If we are missing something you know about, please feel free to email activities.shcc@lakeheadu.ca

With mandated social distancing, it is only natural to feel an increase in loneliness when we may be separated from family and friends. Be kind to yourself and know that there is nothing wrong with you.

Become Socially Creative

Being creative and learning new ways to work and connect with others is key. Set up/join a virtual game night, karaoke or trivia challenge. Try joining a personal interest group (e.g., online fitness classes, a video game tournament or book club).

Student Health and Wellness Counsellor, Carlene Regaudie, shares her advice to some questions she often hears from students regarding finances.

Q - I feel like I am continually broke and it is stressing me out. I work part-time but I never seem to save any money.

WelLU Recommends...

There's a lot of information out there so the Student Health and Wellness Health Promoter, Lindsey Wachter, is doing the work for you and letting you know about her recommendations. 

Student Health and Wellness Counsellors answer student questions about mental health and wellness topics.

Have a question? Email it to activities.shcc@lakeheadu.ca

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