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Wellness Workshops & Prevention Program
At Fairfield University's Counseling Center, a variety of wellness workshops and well-being programs are open to all students. Discover invaluable transition tips, master the art of effective time management, and nourish your body and mind with insights on eating well and self-care. Dive deep into addiction workshops for empowering strategies, and embrace wellness with our expert guidance on tips for a balanced life.
Uncover the transformative power of gratitude and journaling in our thoughtful sessions, designed to elevate your well-being. Fairfield University encourages students to join in these enriching workshops, where they'll not only learn valuable life skills but also cultivate a stronger, more resilient self. For more information about events – check out the digital boards around campus or check out the upcoming events online.
AOD Prevention
Fairfield University offers a variety of resources to address substance misuse issues. Orientation for first-year students includes presentations about substance misuse, healthy choices, and campus resources. Prior to coming to campus, first-year students are required to complete AlcoholEdu, an online alcohol education program. Throughout the year, additional psychoeducation programs are offered to establish healthy habits and reduce substance use.
Mental Health Promotion
Fairfield University offers a variety of resources to promote mental health awareness. Programming, training, and psychosocial activities are offered throughout the year to help students identify signs of distress, increase protective factors and build resiliency skills. We strive to create an environment free of stigma that supports student mental health and improves student health and well-being.
Interpersonal Violence Prevention
Fairfield University collaborates with campus partners and with local community agencies to promote a healthy and safe campus culture for all. Students are trained to identify relationship red flags and potentially dangerous social situations. Participants are made aware of on-campus and off-campus resources that offer support. In addition to online and bystander training, we offer ongoing skills-based education through campus events and activities like One Love training.
8 Dimensions of Wellness
Financial
Financial wellness encompasses all aspects of well-being pertaining to one's finances, including knowledge and skills surrounding financial planning and managing expenses.
Environmental
Environmental wellness encompasses all areas of health that relate to the environment, and in turn, how the environment can impact human health.
Occupational
Occupational/Vocational wellness encompasses allaspects of well-being pertaining to one’s personalsatisfaction with their career or occupation.
Emotional
Emotional wellness encompasses the knowledgeand skills to identify personal feelings and theability to manage those emotions.
Intellectual
Intellectual wellness encompasses all aspects of well-being pertaining to brain health and growth,through thought-provoking mental activities.
Spiritual
Spiritual wellness encompasses all aspects of well-being pertaining to one's search for their purpose and meaning in life.
Physical
Physical wellness encompasses all areas of health that relate to physical aspects of the body.
Social
Social wellness encompasses all aspects of well-being pertaining to one's social connections, relationships, and personal expression.