CAPS Informational Sheets & Book Library
Educational information curated by CAPS staff and books covering a variety of mental health topics, with strategies to address those concerns.
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"Why am I feeling so burnt out?"
It's a common question, and one that students are asking too. Whether a student is pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, the college experience can be stressful and leave students feeling overwhelmed and concerned in academic, social, and personal ways. "How can I handle this?", we hear.
Informational Sheets produced by the CAPS office serve as support resource for students seeking answers to what is weighing on them and strategies to lessen those burdens. Books about various mental health topics can provide deeper insight and strategies into concerns that may be effecting you. Scroll down to browse through the subjects we have available, review our book catalogue, and gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health topics that affect the student experience and strategies to address them in one place.
CAPS Informational Sheets
Acclimation Tips for Transfer Students
Learn more about the challenges that come with being a transfer student, and about the resources on-campus that you can utilize to make for a smoother transition.
Acclimation Tips for Transfer Students Info Sheet
Coping with Life Transitions
At every stage of our lives we will go through periods of transition, and those periods can be challenging as we work to find new footing. Read about what to expect and how to cope.
Coping with Life Transitions Info Sheet
Coping with Summer
Many find that summertime in college feels as odd as it does fun, as they work to balance their college life with their home one. Read ways to help build balance for yourself.
Coping with Summer Transitions Info Sheet
Dealing with Financial Stress
Financial security can be a prominent stressor in life because it affects so many of your other opportunities and abilities. Luckily, there are ways to alleviate and set health boundaries.
Mental Health Tips for Transfer Students
The transfer student experience can be daunting, which can weigh on students as they are working to adjust. In addition to campus resources, mental health strategies can alleviate transition stress.
Mental Health Tips for Transfer Students Info Sheet
Post-College Blues
As challenging as college can be, entering into the workforce and losing social structures from college can provide substantial hurdles to surmount. Learn strategies to make this life stage smoother.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is prevalent during grey, rainy winters like Seattle's. People can feel gloomy and that there seems to be no way to feel positive. Learn ways to elevate your mood.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Info Sheet
Self-Care
Self-Care is a popular topic right now, but what exactly is it? Why do you need to slow down and take some time for it? Learn more about ideas for self-care, including great on-campus options.
Social Media & Mental Health
Likes. Reels. Shares - Social Media is everywhere, and if we aren't browsing it on our own we're receiving it from others. Learn about the effects and how to protect your mental health.
Don't see what you're looking for?
If there is a mental health subject you would like to read more about that we have yet to feature please let us know:
CAPS Book Library
CAPS happily offers our physical mental health library literature to students who want to learn more about a topic. Title availability will be updated within these listings regularly.
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| Addiction & Recovery |
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Anxiety |
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Assertiveness |
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| Bipolar Disorder |
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| Career/Life Transitions |
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| Depression |
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| Eating Concerns |
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| Gender Identity |
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| Grief & Loss |
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| Learning Topics/Study Skills |
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| Parenting |
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| PTSD/Trauma |
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| Queer Resources |
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| Relationships |
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| Self-Compassion & Personal Growth |
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| Sexual Abuse |
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| Transitions |
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