With midterms approaching, stress seems to be a common feeling many students are experiencing. 

A viral video from the popular social media app, TikTok, highlights how one college student found relief from stress while away at school. 

Breanna Lambert, a student at Kansas State University, was “feeling anxious” so she decided to reach out to her mom to seek comfort, according to People Magazine. 

About an hour later, Lambert’s parents arrived at her school’s recreation center and surprised her while she was walking on the treadmill. The shock of seeing her parents led Lambert to burst into tears while hugging them.

The woman in this video is not the only one who experiences stress during college. TCU students are opening up about coping with feeling overwhelmed during midterms.

“I find that when I’m a little stressed out that just getting outside or getting to the rec is always needed,” Ethan Darian, a TCU student, said. “I’ve had that issue my whole life just kind of needing exercise or an escape from the work. It’s also a reward for doing the work.”

To help alleviate stress from midterms, some other students said they listen to music, hang out with friends, grab a coffee, or find their favorite study spots in the library. 

Additionally, the TCU Counseling and Mental Health Center offers various ways to help students with the stress of midterms and any other concerns they have. Some of these services include one-on-one therapy sessions, peer support communities and biofeedback training.

The TCU Counseling and Mental Health Center is located on the second floor of Jarvis Hall in Suite 232. The office can be reached Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm at (817) 257-7863. A 24/7 counseling helpline is also available at (817) 257-SAFE (7233).