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Students

College is guaranteed to have some ups and downs and, if you’re doing it right and challenging yourself, you can count on stress. FAU Thrive Student webpages are your one-stop shop for tools to build your own mental strength and support your fellow Owls in their journey. Here you can: find support and help for yourself or a friend; apply for a scholarship for community mental health services; learn more about developing mental strength through videos, blogs, and workshops; find out about departments, courses, and research on mental health and wellness; and become part of our Thrive team.

 

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Get Help   Interested in learning more about mental health resources available to the FAU community.

Get Informed   Interested in learning more about mental health outside of class.

Get Studious   Interested in learning more about mental health in the classroom or in a research setting.

Get Involved   Interested in getting involved with FAU Thrive.

 

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First Impression Cartoon
Benjamin Laski | April 17, 2025

First impressions can feel like a social minefield—especially when you’re not sure how others truly see you. But can we really control how we're perceived, or are we just guessing? Here's how impression management shapes the way others see us.

Helicopter Parenting Cartoon
Karis Hong | April 10, 2025

Growing up with helicopter parents meant every grade, every decision, and every misstep felt like life or death. But when that control fades, and anxiety takes its place, how do you rebuild confidence and take control of your own life?

Overthinking Cartoon
Sabrina Guardino | April 03, 2025

Ever walked out of an exam replaying every mistake, convinced you failed? That spiral of 'what ifs' is counterfactual thinking—often destructive, but when used right, it can push you toward success. Here’s how to make it work for you.

Doom Scrolling Cartoon
Ava Lopez | March 27, 2025

Doom-scrolling feels harmless—just one more post, one more video. But what if it’s rewiring your brain, numbing your emotions, and trapping you in a cycle of instant gratification? The real cost might be more than you realize. Read on to find...

Hypochondria Cartoon
Anonymous | March 20, 2025

One search. A harmless symptom. Suddenly, you're spiraling down a rabbit hole of worst-case diagnoses. For some, this isn’t just a passing fear—it’s illness anxiety disorder, where every symptom feels like a ticking time bomb.