Below are some of the common health issues facing international students and some great health tips and advice so that you can take care of yourself and stay healthy.
1. Anxiety & Stress
When studying abroad, students may have many other concerns not just study pressure, for example, financial matters and social relationships. Anyone can face stress. Continuing anxiety and stress can cause or worsen many medical conditions – for example, diabetes, asthma, obesity and mental health issues. To reduce and deal with stress, you can follow these tips:
- Identifying the stressor: Make sure you understand why you get stressed so that you can try to avoid these situations.
- Getting enough sleep: Many students go to sleep late, resulting in sleep deprivation. If you are not getting enough sleep, your body will use stress to keep you alert. Your immune system will be weakened, making you more susceptible to health issues. Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time each night and morning to ensure you receive enough sleep.
- Exercise & healthy eating: This is proven to reduce stress levels. Exercise regularly (walking, swimming, hiking or biking) and adopt healthy eating habits.
- Planning: Students can experience exam stress. Create a study plan to ensure you are adequately prepared for the upcoming exams.
2. Skin issues
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