Interventions for Student Well-Being in Higher Education

Intervention

Programs designed to improve student well-being and success.

Intervention Research

Studies assessing effectiveness of interventions over time.

Longitudinal Study

Research measuring participants over an extended period.

Experimental Design

Method comparing experimental and control groups.

Control Group

Participants not receiving the intervention for comparison.

Experimental Group

Participants receiving the intervention being tested.

Baseline Measurement

Initial data collected before intervention starts.

Post Measurement

Data collected immediately after intervention ends.

Follow-Up Measurement

Data collected after intervention, e.g., 3 months later.

Time Management Interventions

Programs aimed at improving students' time management skills.

Self-Regulation Techniques

Strategies for managing one's own learning process.

Study Skills Interventions

Programs designed to enhance students' learning capabilities.

Learning to Learn Courses

Courses focused on metacognitive and strategic learning.

Metacognition

Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.

Strategic Action

Planning and evaluating personal progress in learning.

Psychosocial Skills

Skills related to social and emotional well-being.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Therapy focusing on changing negative thought patterns.

Acceptance-Based Therapy

Therapy emphasizing acceptance of thoughts and feelings.

Mindfulness

Practice of being present and fully engaged.

Environmental Interventions

Programs fostering supportive learning environments.

Autonomy Support

Encouragement of independent decision-making in students.

Psychological Needs

Basic needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness.

Academic Motivation

Desire to engage in academic activities.

Cultural Sensitivity Training

Education on understanding and respecting diverse cultures.

Anti-Racist Policies

Policies aimed at combating racial discrimination.

Ethnic Studies Programs

Academic programs focusing on ethnic and cultural studies.

Multicultural Centres

Spaces promoting diversity and cultural understanding.

Peer Networks of Support

Groups providing mutual assistance among students.

Mental Health Resources

Services aimed at supporting student mental health.

Health and Wellness Centre

Campus facility providing health-related services.

Systematic Change

Comprehensive reforms to improve institutional practices.

Student Well-Being

Overall health and happiness of students.

Depression Interventions

Programs specifically targeting symptoms of depression.

Anxiety Interventions

Programs aimed at reducing anxiety symptoms.

Societal Challenges

Issues affecting communities that require institutional response.

Research Labs

Facilities conducting studies on specific health topics.

24-Hour Counseling

Mental health support available at any time.

Pride Centre

Support center for LGBTQ+ students.

READ Initiative

Program promoting diversity and inclusion at Carleton.

Increased Funding

More financial resources allocated for student support.