Supporting College Students Mental Health During Holiday Breaks In this episode of care conversations, carly newhouse, senior manager of clinical programs at timelycare, discusses strategies for schools to support students’ mental health during holiday breaks. heading home, or away from campus, can be a mix of excitement and stress for many students. That’s why supporting your college student’s mental health is so important. breaks during summer and holidays offer a chance to slow down, reset and reconnect. time spent with family and friends helps restore balance and gives students the strength to handle challenges when they return to campus.
How Parents Can Support College Students With Mental Health Issues Prioritize yourself: get enough sleep, drink water, and take breaks from studying. small steps like these can help lower stress. accept your feelings: it's normal to feel stressed or overwhelmed sometimes, so don't beat yourself up if you're not always in the holiday spirit. Institutions can take concrete steps to support students during and after the holiday break: maintain communication: share mental health resources regularly through email, social media,. Supporting students’ mental health during the festive season isn’t only about the break itself; it’s about setting them up for continued success. by providing resources, and encouraging resilience building tools like equoo, educational institutions can make a lasting difference. Dr. annelle primm, m.d., mph, senior medical director of the steve fund, has spent her career addressing mental health disparities. she explains how the break between semesters can be both restorative and isolating, and what families and communities can do to help students feel supported.
How Extended Summer Breaks Impact Student Mental Health A 2025 Supporting students’ mental health during the festive season isn’t only about the break itself; it’s about setting them up for continued success. by providing resources, and encouraging resilience building tools like equoo, educational institutions can make a lasting difference. Dr. annelle primm, m.d., mph, senior medical director of the steve fund, has spent her career addressing mental health disparities. she explains how the break between semesters can be both restorative and isolating, and what families and communities can do to help students feel supported. Holiday breaks offer college students a vital opportunity to pause, rest, and recalibrate. by using this time to manage stress, strengthen relationships, and prepare mentally for future challenges, students can return to their academic pursuits with improved focus and resilience. As college students head home for the holidays, these practical tips can help families and loved ones know how to support their mental health this season and beyond. For students in particular, there are many stressors that come with the holiday season. whether you’re a middle schooler, high schooler, or college student the holiday season generally means spending more time at home with family due to vacations and breaks. Help support your college student during the holidays with tips to build connection, spot mental health concerns, and support their well being.
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