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Mental Health Tips for Students

Studying to be a healthcare professional often means you feel like you need to put your well-being on the backburner.

You’re waking up early, doing the SAME thing everyday. Feeling like you’re super behind in life, feeling guilty for taking even half a day off.

Remember: You WILL come out on the other side, and you will be SO proud that you made it. And your family will be so proud of you, too.

To help remind you to take care of yourself when you feel overwhelmed and exhausted, Osmosis will be sharing a number of mental health resources. Get tips from health experts and learners in Osmosis's caring community to help you prioritize your wellness without feeling guilty about it or letting things fall behind.

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Watch Events On-Demand

Check out our webinars for Mental Health Month to help you in your career.

Check in with a friend, family member, or colleague by sending them a Spread Joy card today.

Spread Joy

Ready to exercise your brain?

As a healthcare student, keeping your brain sharp and focused is essential to excel in your field. Brain exercises are a great way to improve your cognitive abilities and enhance your learning capacity. By incorporating brain exercises into your daily routine, you can improve your memory, concentration, and critical thinking skills. These exercises can be as simple as reading challenging material, solving puzzles, or practicing meditation. Regularly engaging in brain exercises can also help reduce stress, increase creativity, and promote overall well-being. So, whether you are preparing for exams, completing coursework, or working on a research project, adding brain exercises to your routine can give you a competitive edge and help you achieve success in your healthcare career. 

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Osmosis Coloring Pages

Studies have shown activities like coloring can help reduce anxiety and symptoms of depression. 

Adult coloring books are hugely popular and we’ve made a selection of our illustrations available as coloring pages for you to print off and enjoy at home. Download your free Osmosis Coloring Book pages of fun Osmosis characters and to celebrate the Year of the Zebra.

Osmosis Events On-Demand

Get inside info and advice from Osmosis experts! Check out osmosis.org/events to register for upcoming webinars!
  • Overcoming Test Anxiety, Part One
    Structured Studying with Dr. Marina Horiates
  • Overcoming Test Anxiety, Part Two
    Test Day Tips & Tricks with Dr. Marina Horiates
  • Tips for Maximizing Psychological Health During Stressful Times
    with Dr. Amin Azzam
  • How to Avoid Burnout
    with Dr. Rishi Desai
  • How to Choose the Best Therapist for Your Needs with Dr. Amin Azzam
    When it comes to our mental health, many of us have no idea how to seek out professional help, who to talk to, what questions to ask, or what to expect when we start counseling. Join Dr. Amin Azzam for an overview of what types of professional help are available, what to consider before starting treatment, and how to find the best options to meet your needs.
  • Guided Meditation
    Gil leads guided meditation practice in three parts: a complete body scan, a small story or a kind affirmation, and finally the reading of a poem, three times with a minute pause in between each reading.
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