Health and Wellness

<p>With humor and honesty, a self-described anxious UC Irvine student shares how studying abroad in Paris and London transformed her perspective on mental health and personal growth. From celebrating her 20th birthday under the Eiffel Tower to discovering the healing power of European café culture, Harper Parsley's story proves that sometimes the best therapy is a passport and a leap of faith.</p>

<p>What is it like to study abroad with a learning disability? Check out (IC San Diego) Megan Patton's tools and strategies for maintaining a high GPA while studying abroad with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and learn how you can savor success too!</p>

<p>As a student who has accessed accommodations at their home campus, Jenny Lopez (UC Los Angeles) shares critical tips to maintain your mental health, peace and balance throughout the transformative experience of study abroad. Don't let worries stop you from this once-in-a-lifetime experience!</p>

<p>Building resilience means you'll have the resources to bounce back more easily from unexpected difficulties that arise. Here's how, and why you should, develop resilience before you study abroad.</p>

<p>The quality and availability of common medicines and health supplies cannot always be guaranteed. For this reason, it's a good idea for students studying abroad to have their own personal travel health kit. Use this checklist to prepare for your adventure abroad.</p>

<p>All eligible UCEAP students have travel insurance coverage while they study abroad. It’s included in the cost of your program. Read on to discover answers to the questions students always ask about study abroad travel insurance.</p>

<p>Story highlights: Reverse culture shock can be as disorienting as the culture shock you experience when arriving in a new place. Incorporate favorite parts of your life abroad into your everyday routine at home and stay connected to your friends abroad. Reintroduce yourself to your hometown culture—revisit historical sites, find insider spots to go, and [&#8230;]</p>

<p>All UCEAP students have to get a health clearance before studying abroad. We promise, it's not hard. Read on to discover answers to the questions students always ask about health clearances.</p>

<p>Studying abroad can be the experience of your life, but it can also present new challenges. As you adapt to a new culture and meet new people, sometimes it can be a bit lonely. Here’s how to overcome feelings of loneliness while studying abroad.</p>

<p>I am a student with a disability and I rely on a wheelchair to get around. I'm sharing my study abroad experience so you can prepare for your own journey.</p>