Maintaining a healthy sense of emotional well-being is a vital component of success as a medical student and as a practicing physician. Because of the challenges that medical students inevitably face, part of maturing as a physician involves self-reflection, adaptability, and resiliency and that means learning to ask for help when it is needed.
- Medical Student Wellness Committee
- Resources
- General Healthcare Providers
- Personal Counseling Services
- Relaxation - This tool was recorded by Dr. William A. McDowell, professor emeritus and former chairman of the counseling department at Marshall University. The recording is designed to reduce anxiety and create a relaxed mind which will aid in areas for study, concentration, sleep and will reduce other symptoms of stress and anxiety. It has been utilized by students and health professionals with great success.