Social and Cultural Wellness Packages
It can be tough to find the right information about a health question. Read about some common health topics in our e-health packages!
Feel free to download any of the PDFs. Alternatively if viewing the health packages on screen is not accessible for you, please e-mail us healthandwellness@umanitoba.ca or phone us at 204 474 6740 and we can provide a printed copy.
What are the benefits of friendships?
Humans are social beings. The connections and relationships we have impact our health. Meeting new people and making friends is a large part of university. Friends can:
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Boost happiness
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Reduce stress
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Help with coping
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Increase your sense of belonging
In a university context, it can feel daunting to make new friends and keep old ones. To nurture friendships you can: be kind, listen to them, pay attention, be honest, open up and spend time together.
Adapted from MayoClinic.org