Studying can be stressful
There is no shortage of extra pressure to juggle when you are studying. Balancing studies, work and other aspects of life can be a real challenge.
You are not alone.
Whilst everyone’s experience is unique, there are some common stressors that students can experience. These include:
- study demands
- finding accommodation and adjusting to living away from home
- financial stress, debts or employment uncertainty
- isolation, loneliness or feeling like an outsider
- overt and subtle discrimination
- existential issues such as figuring out who you are and what you want to do with your life.
*Here, insert audio or a video of students discussing stressors or struggles – an example is provided below.*
Student experiences by RMIT Wellbeing Initiatives. (1:07). Listen to this audio clip to hear students speaking about their experience.
