Overwhelming or persistent feelings of sadness hopelessness or emptiness Loss of appetite or eating too much Difficulty falling or staying asleep or sleeping too much Increased isolation Not attending classes or other activities regularly ID: 678657
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Beating the
BluesSlide2
What are signs of depression?
Overwhelming or persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness
Loss of appetite or eating too much
Difficulty falling or staying asleep, or sleeping too much
Increased isolation
Not attending classes or other activities regularly
Irritability or shifts in mood
Difficulty concentrating, remembering things, or making decisions
Expressing thoughts of
self harm,
dying, or suicideSlide3
How can I get help?
Visit a counselor in
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
– located on the 3
rd
floor of Snell Hall. You can make an appointment by calling
541-737-2131Spend time with others and talk to people you trust about how you’re feelingTake care of yourself – get enough sleep, eat healthy, and try to stay physically activeSlide4
How can I support a friend who is depressed or stressed?
Talk to your friend and listen to what they have to say.
Offer support and encouragement.
Continue to invite your friend to do fun things together.
Never ignore comments about suicide or self-harm.Slide5
Relax using the Mind Spa!
The Mind Spa is a room on campus designed for relaxation and meditation!
Features include:
Full body massage chair
A wall fountain
Biofeedback games
A Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) light
And more!
Open from 8 AM – 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. Contact CAPS at 541-737-2131 to reserve a time.Slide6
To beat the blues, find a way to have some fun everyday
This could include any number of things: Exercise, journaling, joining a club or organization, reading for fun, watching a movie or favorite TV show, spending time with friends, or any other activity you enjoy. Slide7
To beat the blues, don’t wait until the last minute
Take larger academic coursework and break it down into manageable pieces. Take advantage of academic resources on campus:
In-Hall Tutors, the Collaborative Learning Center (Valley Library), the Academic Success Center (Waldo Hall), or your faculty’s office hoursSlide8
To beat the blues, make sure you’re taking care of yourself
Get plenty of rest, eat a healthy, balanced diet, and try to get some physical activity in every day.Slide9
Resources for Help
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
TO TALK TO A COUNSELOR ABOUT YOUR CONCERNS, 24/7
3
rd
Floor Snell Hall
541-737-2131
Oregon State Police
FOR IMMEDIATE, URGENT OR EMERGENCY HELP , 24/7
Cascade Hall
541-737-3010 (non-emergency)
541-737-7000 OR 911 (emergency)
Student Health Services
TO TALK TO A DOCTOR OR PSYCHIATRIST, M-F 9 - 6 PM, SAT 10 AM – 3 PM
Plageman
Building
541-737-9355
The Mind Spa
TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO RELAX, M-F 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Snell Hall
541-737-2131 for appointments
Disability Access Services
TO GET ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY, M-F 8 AM – 5 PM
3
rd
Floor Snell Hall
541-737-2131