Living in a college dormitory presents a completely new life experience. For many it is a nerve-wracking experience transitioning from being governed by one’s parents, to governed by one’s self. There are no more bedtimes, no more home cooked meals, no more parents to make sure all the work gets done and every class is attended. Once at college and in a dorm it’s all up to the student. Dealing with this can be tough for some, especially the homesickness and loneliness that comes with the independence.
In her article about college dorm life Christina Couch recommends three things to help one deal with these issues. Keeping in touch, getting involved, and staying busy. Keeping in touch with close friends and relatives is important because it makes it feel like there is less isolation from home. With all the technology there is today it is much easier to contact anyone on a daily basis if need be. There is no more waiting for letters, because now there are multiple instant messaging tools which are convenient for most any person. Getting involved is important because that is the only way to make friends. Homesickness and loneliness only increase if a person has no friends to talk to or even study with at college. Thirdly, staying busy is important because it keeps the mind off of being homesick. If most of the free time at college is replaced with constructive activities then the mind will not be nearly as prone to depression.
In her article about college dorm life Christina Couch recommends three things to help one deal with these issues. Keeping in touch, getting involved, and staying busy. Keeping in touch with close friends and relatives is important because it makes it feel like there is less isolation from home. With all the technology there is today it is much easier to contact anyone on a daily basis if need be. There is no more waiting for letters, because now there are multiple instant messaging tools which are convenient for most any person. Getting involved is important because that is the only way to make friends. Homesickness and loneliness only increase if a person has no friends to talk to or even study with at college. Thirdly, staying busy is important because it keeps the mind off of being homesick. If most of the free time at college is replaced with constructive activities then the mind will not be nearly as prone to depression.
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