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Facts and tips on psychological counseling and well-being in college and vocational training, plus news from Studifit.

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Studifit and Psychofit: Two Sites, One Service

Studifit is part of Psychofit. What both sites share, what is different at Studifit, and how things continue after college or your apprenticeship.

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4 min read

Why Studifit Exists: Psychological Counseling for Students and Apprentices

For many people, college or an apprenticeship is the most stressful time so far. Why there is a separate site for students and apprentices, who counsels you here, and when you should call someone else first.

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Psychosocial Counseling at the Studierendenwerk: Services, Wait Times, and How to Get There

Most Studierendenwerke offer free counseling for psychological strain. What to expect there, how long you wait, and what you can do if you need help sooner.

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Finding a Therapy Slot as a Student: What You Can Do While You Wait

Many people wait longer for a therapy slot than they would like. Which paths are open to students, which deadlines apply, and how to bridge the time until therapy starts.

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Who Counsels at Studifit: Psychologists with a Bachelor's Degree, Under Supervision

At Studifit, your counselor has a bachelor's degree in psychology and is supervised by licensed psychotherapists. What that means, what they learned, and what they do not do.

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Exam Season: What Really Helps in the Last Two Weeks

Two weeks before an exam, studying differently pays off more than studying longer. What studies show about sleep, study techniques, and exercise, and when you should get support.

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Procrastination in College: Why It Happens and What Helps

The term paper has been waiting for weeks, and your apartment has never been cleaner. What research knows about procrastination, when it becomes a problem, and what studies suggest can help.

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Doubts About Your Degree and Dropping Out: Taking Time to Decide

Doubts about your degree are common, and dropping out is not a failure. Who offers free advice and what to clear up before you decide.

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Stress in Vocational Training: Conflicts, Pressure, and Thoughts of Quitting

Overtime, pressure, trouble with your company: half of all apprentices feel mentally strained. Where you can get help and what to know before you quit.

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