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College enrollment is a time of transition during which students must navigate the psychosocial challenges of emerging adulthood (e.g., autonomy, identity, and achievement) in a new environment, often while living away from home for the first time. Emerging adulthood is a developmental period spanning ages 18 to 25
(Arnett, 2000, 2004, 2016) 

Speaking from a 21 year old POV, this is one of the hardest transitions of my life so far. Many times parental/peer support is the best thing to keep me going. If I did not have the familial support I have, I cannot say I would have followed through.

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Social support from friends/family makes a huge difference

Parental support during college has been associated with a variety of positive outcomes, with students who feel supported by their parents reporting lower levels of psychological distress, experiencing fewer feelings of loneliness (Hall et al., 2017), reporting higher levels of social adjustment, and experiencing more positive relationships with friends (Mounts, Valentiner, Anderson, & Boswell, 2006).

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Resources

Here are some resources on UNLV campus/website to help with Depression and Anxiety

Dance Class

Fitness 4 Finals

This is a 3 day event at the end of every semester. This event is to promote physical activity during a stressful time to improve academic performances. It reduces stress, anxiety, and it can improve cognition.

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Depression & Anxiety

UNLV has an in person group and individual therapy for mental health issues. It is called Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). They provide clinical services, provide education, and responding to crises on campus.

Couples Therapy

Therapy Assisstance Online (Tao)

UNLV has now partnered with Tao (TAO Connect) which is a digital platform for behavioral therapy. This is a way for UNLV staff and students to be able to have access to self-help tools in order for them to meet their goals and do better overall. 

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