How are you feeling today?
Everyone feels stressed now and then – it’s a normal part of university life. Some days are better than others, and there’s no wrong time to reach out. There are resources for every situation and every level of stress.
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Connect
- I can do this!
- I feel motivated.
- I get a long with friends & family.
- I feel hopeful about the future.
Making friends and getting involved outside the classroom can be the most enjoyable and fulfilling part of university life. Friends keep you grounded when you face challenges, and connecting with other people who share your interests can encourage you to do your best. So explore what’s out there, and you’ll soon find a sense of belonging!
What can I do?
Blueprint Program
Co-Curricular Record
Gradlife
HealthyUofT
Mindful Moments
Student Clubs & Organizations
Where can I go?
ASKme information hub
Athletic Centre
Centre for Community Partnerships
Centre for International Experience
Family Care Office
First Nations House
Goldring Centre
Grad Room
Hart House
Multi-Faith Centre
Sexual & Gender Diversity Office
Varsity Centre

Build coping skills
- I sometimes have trouble sleeping because I’m worried
- I sometimes feel stressed and can’t focus.
- I didn’t think it would be this hard.
Feeling stressed and worried can be a normal response to the challenges of university life - in fact, you need stress to do your best work. But it’s important to learn how to manage those feelings and find balance with your academics and personal life. Ask for help early and often to get connected to your peers, develop coping skills and find the help you need to succeed.

Get help
- I feel depressed, isolated, unwell.
- I am thinking a bout dropping out of school.
- I don’t know if I can do this.
If you need help, we’re here for you. The team at the Health & Wellness Centre offers a wide range of services including confidential counselling and health services. If you need someone to talk to right away, there are many 24-hour community resources available.
Campus resources
Campus Police
Community Safety Office
Graduate Counselling Services
Health & Wellness Centre
U of T Safety
Community resources
Good2Talk Helpline: 1-866-925-5454
Assaulted Women’s Helpline: 416-863-0511
Gerstein Crisis Centre: 416-929-5200
Toronto Distress Centre: 416-408-4357
Drug and Alcohol Helpline: 1-800-565-8603
Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600
Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-888-230-3505

Who can I talk to?
- Campus Chaplains
- Commuter dons
- Counsellors
- Deans of Students
- Dietician
- Doctors/nurses
- Elders at First Nations House
- Learning Strategists at the Academic Success Centre
