{"id":15875,"date":"2020-08-18T12:27:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-18T06:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/yourdost.com\/blog\/?p=15875"},"modified":"2020-08-18T12:27:00","modified_gmt":"2020-08-18T06:57:00","slug":"students-lockdown-fatigue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourdost.com\/blog\/2020\/08\/students-lockdown-fatigue.html","title":{"rendered":"Tips For Students – How To Overcome Lockdown Fatigue"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a recent study<\/a><\/strong> conducted by YourDOST, it was found that the COVID-19 pandemic and the consequent extended lockdown has had a significantly high impact on the Indian population. Even more alarming was the discovery that it was the future of our country – college students – who were the most affected.<\/span><\/p>\n

From the very onset of the pandemic and lockdown, students reported the highest rise in stress as well as feelings of anger, loneliness and anxiety, among the various segments of respondents.<\/span><\/p>\n

As the lockdown progressed, students were the worst hit by a \u2018Lockdown Fatigue\u2019<\/a><\/strong>. They continued to struggle with their mental health particularly in terms of their anger, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness, and happiness.<\/span><\/p>\n

There were a number of reasons for this collapse – students have been facing difficulties in adjusting to life at home. They miss college, they miss their peers, and they miss the string of activities that keep happening on campus. For those who had been living away from home for long – reconnecting with their parents was also an obstacle that they faced.<\/span><\/p>\n

There also continues to be a lack of clarity on when and how their exams will be conducted. Exams in general are tremendously stressful. According to an earlier study conducted by YourDOST among Indian college students, 60% report experiencing high to severe stress from exams. The pandemic added an additional element of uncertainty to this whole situation which of course has been tremendously distressing for individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n

There is no question that these are trying times for all of us but this has been especially arduous for the students which is why we want to extend a helping hand. Here are some things you can do to fight these lockdown blues and emerge stronger!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Be Kind to yourself<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Self<\/p>\n

This is a completely new experience and while it may seem like you are completely cut off from the outside world, that\u2019s not true. Try to find some interesting things to do and also interesting people to connect with. Take out time to connect with your family and friends as well. <\/span>Speaking with loved ones helps overcome feelings of loneliness & isolation brought on by the lockdown and social distancing. In fact, according to Psychologists, just hearing the voice of a loved one, even if it isn’t saying much, is soothing to the mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Adapt to new ways of learning and seeking help<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Stay<\/p>\n

The pandemic has forced everything online – be it conducting classes, <\/span>personalized mentoring sessions and even virtual live concerts, institutions are trying to keep students engaged and productive.<\/span> At the same time, they have also introduced online counselling sessions for their students. It is important to make use of such resources and adapt to the new normal. YourDOST too has experienced a significant rise in the number of sessions. This goes to show that students are reaching out and help is just a click away.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Practice mindfulness<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Mindfulness<\/p>\n

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This was one of the top preferred coping mechanisms for students, according to our study. Mindfulness <\/span>comes in many forms: meditation, self-affirmations, breathing techniques and journaling, to name a few. These practices are helpful in shaping a more positive mindset. <\/span>Mindfulness and meditation are an excellent way to destress and improve focus. A deep muscle relaxation mindfulness exercise called Progressive Muscle Relaxation aka PMR, can help you release stress from the whole body, thus relieving you of stress and boosting your immunity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here’s a companion guide for you to practice PMR with:<\/p>\n