The NDSU Counseling Center has scheduled free, anonymous anxiety screenings for students. The screenings are scheduled Feb. 2-6, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Counseling Center in Ceres Hall, room 212.
Symptoms of anxiety may include worrying all the time, being afraid in social situations, anticipating your next panic attack, having trouble sleeping, difficulty concentrating or headaches for no apparent reason. It is estimated that 5 percent to 15 percent of the population will suffer from an anxiety-related disorder at some point in their lives.
To help students learn about anxiety disorders, their symptoms and effective treatments, faculty or staff who have concerns about any of their students should feel free to refer them to the screening. Appointments are suggested; students may schedule a screening appointment by calling the Counseling Center at 1-7671.
All screenings are anonymous. The screening program takes up to one hour, and includes an educational video, an anonymous written self-test, a meeting with a mental health professional, free informational materials on anxiety disorders and a referral for further evaluation or treatment if indicated.
Online screening also is available with instructions at www.ndsu.edu/counseling. According to the online screening results, seeking further evaluation or treatment may be suggested. NDSU students may do this by making an appointment for a consultation at the Counseling Center by calling 1-7671 and bringing the results of the survey to the appointment.
For further information about anxiety disorders and the screening, visit www.ndsu.edu/counseling.
Jan. 21, 2009