Thrive Thursdays

September 18, 2025
Artificial intelligence can be many things, but will it really replace human contact? Sometimes, a more personal touch is more helpful than a cool chatbot.

September 04, 2025
With the first round of exams around the corner, students might turn to caffeine to keep them studying. Learn about the effects of caffeine and how it may help or inhibit your studying abilities.

August 28, 2025
New classes means new material to study and master. To maximize studying and avoid burnout, its not always best to pull long shifts at the library.

August 21, 2025
With the start of a new year, new living situations can cause stress. Whether you are rooming with a friend or someone new, here are some tips to live peacefully together!

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...
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