SDG 4: Seminar-Training on "Stress and Ways to Overcome It"
A seminar-training session entitled "Stress and Ways to Overcome It" was held at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. The event aimed to enhance students' psychological literacy, develop emotional self-regulation skills, and promote effective strategies for coping with stressful situations. The seminar focused on maintaining students' psychological well-being amid demanding academic workloads and everyday challenges.
During the seminar-training session, the main causes of stress, its psychological and physiological manifestations, and the effects of prolonged emotional tension on well-being, concentration, and academic performance were discussed. Particular attention was given to individual responses to stressful situations, recognizing early signs of emotional exhaustion, and understanding the importance of timely recovery of personal resources.
The practical component of the seminar-training session focused on accessible techniques for reducing emotional tension and strengthening stress resilience. Breathing exercises, relaxation methods, attention-shifting techniques, and self-regulation strategies applicable to everyday life were considered. Special emphasis was also placed on effective academic workload management, maintaining a healthy balance between study and rest, and developing constructive coping strategies.
The seminar-training session contributes to fostering a conscious approach to emotional well-being among students, strengthening psychological resilience, and developing independent stress-management skills. The Psychological Service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University continues to implement preventive and educational initiatives aimed at supporting students' psychological well-being and creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
