Study Without Stress

Study Without Stress is a cognitive behavioural therapy program for students in Year 10, 11 & 12, developed by the Centre for Emotional Health, Macquarie University. 

The program has its theoretical basis in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is designed to specifically target difficulties many students have in coping with the building stress during the final years of secondary school. The program can be completed by students in one period per week over 7 weeks, and is ideal for students already experiencing high stress levels.  

The program will explore the definition of stress, causes of stress and an individual’s own behaviour in managing or escalating stress.  The Cognitive Behavioural component is an evidence based methodology that can help individuals set and manage their goals, help combat procrastination, challenge negative thinking and start to problem solve more effectively. 

 The facilitator of this program is certified to deliver this program, having completed the ‘Study Without Stress for Professionals’ course run by Macquarie University, Centre for Emotional Health. 

If you think your child would benefit from attending the Study Without Stress program, we encourage you to talk to them about it. If your child is interested in participating or you would like more information, please contact Katie Mann (Student Support Officer) at Katie.mann4@det.nsw.edu.au.