Career questions tagged mentalhealthmatters
How do nursing students perform well on the NCLEX without getting performance anxiety ?
I can't even take a quiz at school without getting stressed out. I couldn't imagine 3-4 years worth of information in one test! Is there a certain study hack you use?
What tactics are most helpful in order to push through academic fatigue especially when assignments begin to pile on top of each other.?
I often get so overwhelmed when I have so many assignments and they're all have similar due dates. I get all my work done but I feel like I can develop better strategies in order to lower stress and increase my productivity.
Switching Major from SWE to cyber Security ?
I completed an associates in computer programming, but taking intro to software engineering in my first semester of university I realized I actually hate coding and dread doing it. I thought of switching to cyber security instead cause its less coding. I honestly hate coding at this point or at least that's how university makes me feel. Everywhere says don't switch stick with SWE (software engineering), but I literally have started dreading going to class. It doesn't help that everywhere on the internet says everyone can code now and unless you're real passionate you won't ever make it. I'm scared to switch to cyber security cause everyone says it too is a over saturated market ,but at least maybe I won't dread it like I do SWE? When I was in community college I was so happy to learn coding, but now I never want to look at it again, but I need to finish a bachelor's degree in something. Any advice is appreciated ,Seriously please help! I feel really lost ....
How to prevent burnout in college?
How can one be prepared or avoid burnout while studying and still trying to enjoy life?
Why did you choose Psychology? How was the process like?
I am a Junior at Baruch College, pursuing a BA in Psychology. I chose to major in this field because I love helping people and I'm passionate about supporting others who deal with mental health problems. However, I have many interests, having previously majored in CIS, being very strong at mathematics, and I absolutely love sports. I would like to hear from anyone who has dealt with uncertainty, how did you definitively determine that psychology is what you wanted to do, and what were your subsequent steps? If you never faced uncertainty when choosing psychology as your field of study, why do you believe this to be the case?
How do I stay motivated when school feels pointless or overwhelming?
Sometimes school feels pointless or just too much, and I struggle to find the energy to keep going. I want advice on how to stay motivated, push through hard days, and actually feel like my effort matters.
How do I balance school, work, and still have time to enjoy life?
I often feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. Between school, sports, and having jobs, next year being in 4 college classes, I worry I won’t have any time for myself or to enjoy life. I want advice on how to manage my responsibilities while still having time to relax and do things I enjoy.
Why do I feel like I have to have my whole future figured out right now?
I feel stressed and pressured because it seems like everyone expects me to know exactly what I want to do after high school. I’m not sure about my future yet, and I want advice on how to deal with this pressure without feeling overwhelmed or lost.
What psychology field would fit best?
I end up wanting to learn more about people and end up trying to do things at my own pace. I was wondering what would be the best fit from that kind of personality?
how do I balance vet school, work and extra curriculars?
I'm wondering how I can balance both work and school as well as keeping my personal life interesting without suffering from burnout trying to balance it all
How can my personal experience as an adoptee help shape my path in psychology, and what areas of the field would allow me to use that background to support individuals with similar experiences?
I'm interested in becoming a child psychologist or working with youth in foster or adoptive settings.
Is it normal to be scared about growing up and life after college is over?
I'm mostly concerned that I am not pacing myself correctly for the future and that I will not be prepared enough for it. I'm mostly scared that I am not financially prepared enough for life after college.
How do I stop my passion from bleeding into my work and maintain a healthy work-life balance?
I’m a film and design major, and I genuinely love what I do, but sometimes I feel like I love it too much. It ends up becoming my whole life instead of just part of it.
Should I continue doing extracurriculars/sports I don't love anymore since they will make my college application look better?
I'm a junior, and I'm not as interested in some of my extracurriculars as I used to be. I feel like I'm only doing them because I don't want to quit when I'll be applying to college next year, but they're also making it harder to find time for the things I enjoy. My parents cautioned me against quitting, because it would make my college application appear less impressive, but l'm not sure if I want to spend my time doing things I don't enjoy anymore just so I can appear impressive to colleges. What should I do?
How to find things that make you happy and passionate?
I dont know why, but its hard for me to be happy after I start working, everyday its just working, earning money, admiring everyone's wonderful life and glamor on social media, whats the meaning of life?
Does it ever become worth it in the end?
Everyday is a new struggle. Each built with its own individual obstacles, challenges, and hardships. Does all of the struggle you face pan out after its all said and done?
"Why do I become so emotional and start crying when my parents talk to me about something, and why can't I speak properly around them" ?
I want to pursue my own dreams and ambitions but my parents always make me feel worthless and never believe in me. They have never been proud of me or never encouraged me. "Why do I feel so overwhelmed and anxious whenever I try to express myself to my parents, even though I can talk to others without this happening?"
How am I supposed to juggle a part time job, college and hobbies without burning out?
I've wanted to be an EMT since 2019. However, when I researched more about it I found out that even before the pandemic, most EMS providers experienced burnout, depression, PTSD, and suicidal tendencies. Then, I began to wonder If I would still be able to enjoy the hobbies I enjoy like painting or building while maintaining my dream career. Please let me know what you think.