Stress Management

The Stress Management Program offers a variety of opportunities for students to explore stress management strategies and relaxation techniques that meet their individual needs.  The goal of the Stress Management Program is to help students maintain comfortable and productive levels of daily stress.

 Individual Appointments

The Stress Management Coordinator is available to address such issues as stress, time management, self-esteem, and assertiveness. Appointments are kept confidential, informal, and generally last about an hour.

 Outreach Programs

Informal programs on stress related topics and wellness issues can be requested for your group or organization.  If one of our existing programs does not meet your needs, we are happy to tailor a program for your group.  Call to inquire about program selections.

 Educational Materials

There are a variety of stress management handouts for students to utilize. The most comprehensive of those is the Stress Management Guide, which includes a variety of exercises that will lead you to personalizing your own stress management plan based on your needs and interests.  These materials are available on McKinley's website.

 Relaxation Room at the OASIS

FREE to registered UIUC students.  You will need to show your UIN card at the Health Resource Center at the OASIS to receive a ticket for entry into the room.

The Relaxation Room provides students with a 20 minute audio-visual guided imagery experience while relaxing through the practice of progressive muscle relaxation. View the captured beauty of natural scenes while taking a break from the hectic demands of your day to refresh & rejuvenate.  The room is located at the OASIS in the Illini Union, lower level, Room 40.  Sessions run every 30 minutes. 

 Web-based Relaxation Exercises (Coming Soon)

Finding time to relax can feel limited.  Try out one of our audio relaxation exercises and feel free to download them to your MP3 player for ease and convenience.  Remember, relaxation exercises should be performed/practiced when you are NOT operating a vehicle or other machinery.

Stress Relief Packs

Every semester around finals, stress relief packs are available to students filled with a variety of stress management tips, snacks, coupons, games, and more to help you get through this stressful time.  These are distributed at McKinley's Health Resource Center's while supplies last..

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