Top 10 Sleep Tips

1. Sleep 7-9 hours each night.
2. Avoid caffeine 4-6 hours before bedtime.
3. Sleep in a quiet and dark place (use earplugs and/ or a sleep mask if necessary).
4. Avoid alcohol 4-6 hours before bedtime (it can interfere with your sleep).
5. Don't study or watch TV on your bed.
6. Set a consistent bedtime and wake time.
7. Exercise regularly (but not right before bed).
8. Worry away from bed.
9. If you sleep a lot, but don't feel rested, talk to a doctor. This could be a symptom of sleep apnea, depression, or another medical problem.
10. Wind down at least 20 minutes before going to bed.

Check out the Relaxation Audio on the CAPS website.

Emergency Notification System

Emergency Communications, a service of Continuity & Emergency Services
In case of an emergency, information will be communicated to the campus in the following ways:

Triton Alert:Campus emergency alert and notification system.

• Voicemail and text message sent to your phone.
• If you haven't signed up your cell phone, go to: http://blink.ucsd.edu/go/emergencyphonereg

UCSD’s emergency status phone number: 888-308-8273 (308-UCSD)

• Call this number for a recorded message reporting the status of UCSD.
• A remote phone center in Arizona is kept up-to-date for members of the campus who are away from the region.

LiveWell UCSD Channel on YouTube

LiveWell UC San Diego has new additions to its YouTube library!
Wellness interns demonstrate an easy circuit training you can do at home, as well as simple arm weight exercises.

All you need is a chair and 2 cool LiveWell waterbottles.
If you want to see a print version of these exercises, check out the Student Health Advocates page.

Check out the LiveWell UC San Diego YouTube channel

Celebration of Abilities

As part of the 2009 UC San Diego Celebration of Abilities festivities, the OSD is pleased to host the annual Art Exhibit featuring the many abilities of artists with disabilities.

Artwork will be exhibited throughout October and a reception will be held on October 20th, from 11:30 a.m – 2 p.m. in the Price Center.

Mark your calendars now!

Women's Qigong Workshop Oct 17

Women’s Qigong Workshop (pronounced “chee-gong”)

Special relaxing, nourishing, fluid, mind body exercises developed by women healing masters for optimal female health including:

Menstrual cycle; PMS; Headaches; Breast health;

Heart Center Cultivation; menopause, libido

Learn techniques not included in regular yoga, Tai Chi & Qigong instruction

Taught by Fay McGrew, MA, QTP (Medical Qigong), Certified teacher. RIMAC Qigong Teacher. Over 40 years mind body experience. Saturday, October 17 1 – 3 PM, RIMAC - Activity Room 3 $20 for students Class #200984 http://recreation.ucsd.edu/flife listed under Fit Life Classes“Mind and Body: Meditation”

CAPS Forum: Que Pasa

• Join us for a quarterly drop in gathering for Latino/a and Chicano/a students, staff, and faculty to connect, exchange ideas, meet friends, and build community.
• We invite you to share your perspective regarding issues facing Latinos/as and Chicanos/as on our campus and in our community.
• All are welcome! Light refreshments will be served.
• Call For More Info: 858-534-3875.

Sponsored by CAPS.

Find out more about Que Pasa and other CAPS workshops and groups, as well as other emotional wellness support at the Wellness Center website