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Health and wellness

Student life can be stressful, especially when balancing studies with family and career. Get advice from 91��Ƭ��experts to help find balance and manage your physical and mental health.

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How to adjust to daylight saving time

Athabasca University researcher Dr. Steven Johnson shares how to adjust to effects of daylight saving time and falling back an hour.

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How nutrition experts can help you recognize misinformation and improve your health

To better understand the relevance of dietitians and nutrition, we spoke with four Athabasca University experts. Here's what they said.

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RRSP and tax tips to help maximize your return

Athabasca University accounting and taxation expert shares investment insights during tax season.

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Budget-saving tips for a thrifty holiday season

Dr. Eric Wang gives tips for how shoppers can stretch their dollars this holiday season. From financial planning to research to finding different ways to give gifts, he shares advice to ensure the season is as merry as possible.

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Mental health check-in for 91��Ƭ��students

Let's face it: these are unchartered times and we're all searching for hope and understanding. We're here for you. How are you feeling?

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6 ways to promote positive mental health and wellness

Athabasca University counsellor and mental health coordinator share ideas to help you promote your mental health and wellness.

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Financial tips to recover from holiday overspending

Athabasca University financial expert Dr. Eric Wang offers expert tips on how to cut costs and recover from holiday overspending.

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Tax benefits of charitable giving

91��Ƭ��offers tax-deductible receipts every time you give. Donating can yield financial benefits, and also improve your own well-being!

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3 ideas for improving self-care

You may find these self-care considerations useful as you contemplate your personal purpose and passion, and how you can live a life of meaning.

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Managing holiday stress as an online learner

Athabasca University counselling services provide tips to help online learners manage their stress during the holiday season.

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New study will explore impact of climate change on teen mental health

Climate change is manifested in our daily lives. Understanding how teens are experiencing it is imperative, explains 91��Ƭ��prof Dr. Gina Martin

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5 tips to control your holiday spending

To make the holiday season a little easier to navigate through—at least financially speaking—we sat down with Dr. Eric Wang, associate dean of undergraduate programs and professor of finance in Athabasca University’s (AU) Faculty of Business.

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The buzz about coffee, tea, and caffeine

Athabasca University professor emeritus Dr. Norman Temple breaks down the buzz about our favourite caffeinated beverages.

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91��Ƭ��student encourages Canadians to try Dry January

91��Ƭ��student Kira Dunlop founded the Boring Little Girls Clubs to help Calgarians find alcohol-free ways of enjoying themselves.

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Health and wellness

How to adjust to daylight saving time

A reminder to pause, reflect, and prioritize mental well-being

How nutrition experts can help you recognize misinformation and improve your health

RRSP and tax tips to help maximize your return

Budget-saving tips for a thrifty holiday season

Mental health check-in for 91��Ƭ��students

6 ways to promote positive mental health and wellness

Financial tips to recover from holiday overspending

Tax benefits of charitable giving

3 ideas for improving self-care

Managing holiday stress as an online learner

New study will explore impact of climate change on teen mental health

5 tips to control your holiday spending

The buzz about coffee, tea, and caffeine

91��Ƭ��student encourages Canadians to try Dry January

Explore science labs like no other at Athabasca University

A reminder to pause, reflect, and prioritize mental well-being