How to deal with loneliness at univ

How to deal with loneliness at universityUniversity can be a lonely place, with the move away from home, deadlines and the pressure to go out every night. This can affect your mental health. Luckily, there are ways students can help themselves.Join clubs and societiesThe pressure to go out can be tough, especially for new students. “I got a bit left out and had nights in on my own, with no one to talk to,” says Amy Jones, a recent graduate.  1 .Clubs and societies at university can provide an alternative. Experts also recommend volunteering.  2 .Build relationshipsStudying might involve leaving your support network of friends and family behind. Putting work into relationships is key to improving your social circle. “ 3 . We need to get better at developing relationships, making sure that we have the right people around us,” says loneliness expert Kate Jopling.Eat and sleep wellThere is growing evidence that loneliness is bad for our health, and feeling lonely also leads to unhealthy behavior and an unhealthy diet.  4 . “When I am lonely I become more anxious and depressed,” says Jones. Getting enough sleep is also important. If you're lacking in sleep, you are likely to be worried and depressed. 5 Setting time aside is a good way to minimise stress and make space for important social experiences. Even the best-made plans can be disrupted (扰乱) by unexpected events. This is OK. Planning your timetable with some spare space will help you feel calm when you need to make changes.A. Take breaks from workB. You can also talk to your teachersC. Find out what support is availableD. Jones found it difficult to connect with other freshersE. Helping out with a charity or good cause can help you feel good and meet new peopleF. We can be quite careless in our social relationships and not recognize how vital they areG. While loneliness isn't itself a mental health problem, the two are often strongly connected