{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"620: Navigating Student Health in College: A Doctor\u2019s Guide to Sleep, Stress, and Student Life","description":"The transition from high school to college is something that thousands of students struggle with each year, and it\u2019s not something people really talk about. There\u2019s a lot of pressure for students to \u201chave it together\u201d in some broad sense. That's why today I'm excited to talk to Dr. Jill Grimes, Dr. Jill Grimes, author of The ULTIMATE College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness, for a frank conversation about things that are often stigmatized.  Content warning: We get into some pretty serious topics such as mental health, drinking, and sex. The views and information shared in this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health, treatment or medication.   In our conversation we cover a wide range of topics, including: What are some simple, science-backed tips for getting better sleep in a dorm room? How does caffeine or other medications affect sleep quality? Dr. Jill\u2019s Rule of 3 for navigating homesickness  How can students tell the difference between typical stress and something that really needs attention? How do medications like antidepressants interact with other substances, and why is that something students need to take seriously? What are some simple ways students can take care of their bodies during this big life transition? And more Dr. Jill Grimes is a nationally recognized medical media expert, award-winning author, and proud mom of two awesome college graduates. Dr. Grimes\u2019 passion project is The ULTIMATE College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness, Oprah\u2019s choice for Best Book in her 2025 Best Gifts for Grads List. With over 20 years of experience in private practice and academic medicine plus 7 years working directly with college students in a busy university health center, Dr. Jill brings a unique blend of real-world medical expertise, evidence-based medicine, and relatable advice for parents and students alike.  Dr. Grimes loves creating and thinking outside the box, in or out of the medical world. She and her daughters relished their decade of scouting and many years of mother-daughter service through the National Charity League. We hope you enjoy.   Play-by-Play: 3:09 \u2013 Dr. Jill shares her background and identities 4:32 \u2013 What are some of the questions that Dr. Jill often hears in her work? 5:58 \u2013 What advice would Dr. Jill give to first-year students?  7:32 \u2013 Why does getting involved early make such a difference? 9:46 \u2013 How can students get better sleep? 14:39 \u2013 How do caffeine and ADHD meds impact sleep quality? 16:37 \u2013 What should students know about melatonin and over-the-counter sleep aids? 20:29 \u2013 What\u2019s Dr. Jill\u2019s \u201cRule of Three\u201d for easing homesickness? 28:04 \u2013 How can students reduce anxiety and test stress? 33:27 \u2013 How do students know when normal stress becomes a mental health concern? 38:21 \u2013 What should students know about nutrition and the effects of alcohol on the body?  44:20 \u2013 What advice would Dr. Jill give to students who decide to drink alcohol?   47:59 \u2013 How can families approach conversations about sex and consent? 49:48 \u2013 What should students know before visiting a doctor on their own? 52:50 \u2013 What does Dr. Jill hope that families will keep in mind through this transition?     Resources: The Way Meditation App Drunk Calc  College Essay Guy\u2019s Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy\u2019s College Application Hub   ","author_name":"The College Essay Guy Podcast: A Practical Guide to College Admissions","author_url":"http:\/\/collegeessayguy.libsyn.com\/website","html":"