Your health and wellbeing
You can only succeed at your studies if you are mentally and physically well, so it’s important to prioritise your wellbeing in the same way you prioritise your studies.
Our Wellbeing at Deakin page features all the services that are available to you as a student – including our medical centres, counselling, chaplains and sporting facilities – as well as a range of resources that will empower you to look after yourself while you’re studying, including the DeakinWELLBEING app.
Health and wellbeing articles
A good place to start when considering how you can boost your mental and physical health is our database of health and wellbeing articles. The articles cover a wide range of health-related topics and common challenges students deal with, as well as ways to cope. Explore some of the articles below.
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Developing exam confidence
If an upcoming exam has you feeling so worried, stressed or anxious, learn how to turn these feelings into confidence.
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Managing money and budgeting
Financial health can bring a strong sense of security and peace of mind, and it all starts with a budget.
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Perfectionism
Setting high standards for yourself and failing to meet them can lead to anxiety, guilt and burnout.