student wellness center
Chlamydia cases rise in Montana
Infections - the state mirrors the increasing national trend. Read article posted in the Helena Independent Record Tues. April, 22.
Tip of the Week
CHECK OUT OUR TEST ANXIETY PAGE.
A little stressed for your test? Here are a few tips:
Chew cinnamon gum or candy while studying. Then have the same flavor in your mouth during the test.
If you are easily distracted turn your desk towards the wall or corner during the test. You could also schedule to take your test in the ARC.
Welcome to the Wellness Center
The Wellness Center is committed to your physical and emotional/mental well-being. When you feel well, you are better able to enjoy life and are 
more successful in accomplishing your goals. In fact, when you are up-to-par physically and emotionally, you are better able to handle the every-day challenges of life.
Please don't wait until you are feeling overwhelmed, come early and visit us at the Wellness Center. The sooner you address a personal issue, be it physical or emotional, the easier it is to resolve.
Wellness Center Includes Health and Counseling Services
Check out the links that are features to benefit YOU! Got a question? Find it in our health services links or in our counseling services links (located on the right side of each page). If your answer isn't there, just ask us! We are happy to serve our students.
Check out the links that are features to benefit YOU! Got a question? Find it in our links, if your answer isn't there, ask us. We are happy to serve our students.
The Wellness Center is located on the ground floor of Guadalupe Hall, next to the Recreation Room. Phone Numbers:
For appointments dial 447-5441
Personal lines:
Kathleen ext 5439
Mike ext 5559
Jennifer ext 4536
Laura ext 5441
Fax # 447-4553
Emergencies
There is the possibility that you may have an emergency at a time when the Wellness Center is not open or that the Wellness Center is not equipped to handle. If this is the case, we recommend that you go to the St. Peter's Hospital Emergency Room.
Address: 2475 Broadway
Phone: 442-2480
Another option, for a less severe situation, is the Helena Urgent Care.
Address: 27 Neill Avenue
Phone: 443-5354
Urgent Care Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Please make sure to bring your insurance card when you visit these places.
For Mental Health Emergencies, phone our on-call Counselor at 949-HELP (4357) or go to the Emergency Room.
Additional Links
CONGRATULATIONS
Brennan Houbrick is the winner of the $25 gift certificate for the Carroll Bookstore. Watch your student handbook/calandar for future drawings!
Wellness Center Hours
The Wellness Center is open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Wellness Center will be closed for the month of July.
Biofeedback ~ Reduce anxiety, sleep better, and more...
The seemingly little everyday demands and conflict that exist in life often manifest themselves in physical symptoms. Common situations like difficult classes, exams, conflict with roommates or friends, etc. all cause emotional strain and over the long run cause physiological damage. Managing stress is an important tool in our overall health and well-being. HeartMath operates on the same notion as biofeedback, or the ability to influence and take control over some of the automatic functions of our bodies. HeartMath focuses on heart coherence. What is heart coherence? Your heart has a natural rhythm. When you are stressed out or emotionally strained, the natural rhythm of your heart becomes out of sync. Coherence is the syncronization of heart rhythm. Coherence creates a positive chain of events within the entire body that is both immediate and long lasting, producing a sense of relaxation and focus. This is of particular benefit to those who may be suffering from anxiety, anger, fatigue, test anxiety, etc. To learn more, visit the Wellness Center. We now have equipment to help teach you the quick coherence method.
"Porn Disrobed: Truth, Facts, and, the Untold Story of One of the World's Most Lucrative Industries."
Thursday April 17th Porn Presentation in Trinity Lounge at 7:00 p.m.
"Porn Disrobed: Truth, Facts, and, the Untold Story of One of the World's Most Lucrative Industries." Sponsored by MUDWOC, The Wellness Center, and Campus Ministry.
"Father Marc Lenneman, Colleen Dunne, and Mike Franklin will provide an in-depth look into the realities of the pornographic industry, porn addiction, and its affect on individuals, relationships, and society. They will be showing a documentary on the subject and fielding questions and discussion on the topic. All are invited and encouraged to participate in an important but hidden topic that is closely related to sexual, spiritual, psychological and relationship health. It's time we talked about it."