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Rocky Top has transitioned online, and we are finding new ways to connect, learn, and grow while staying healthy and protecting our communities.

As we practice social distancing, anxiety and other difficult thoughts and feelings can emerge during this time of crisis and uncertainty. This space serves to provide you with up-to-date, factual information (which helps to combat rumors) about coronavirus (COVID-19). It provides proven strategies to cope with coronavirus fears and anxiety.

Remember that while this is a very difficult and uncertain time, it is not permanent. We must take good care of ourselves and look to each other to help us get through this tumultuous time. Check back frequently, as new articles and resources are added to this site each week.

Resources for Coping with Anxiety

COVID-19 Fact Sheets

Managing Stress & Anxiety

Mindfulness Practices

For additional support, please reference the following resources:

974-HELP

If you are a student in distress, please call 865-974-HELP (865-974-4357) anytime, 24/7, to connect with a case manager or a mental health professional.

946-CARE

If you are faculty or staff member and you are concerned for your welfare or for the well-being of a peer, call 865-946-CARE (865-946-2273).

865-946-CARE lines are answered by trained HR professionals Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The line is answered by the UT Police Department after hours and during holidays and administrative closings.

Counseling Center

The Student Counseling Center is the university’s primary facility for personal counseling, psychotherapy, and mental health outreach and consultation services.

TAO Connect (Therapy Assistance Online)

TAO Connect has a library of mindfulness resources to help you become more focused on living in the present moment. TAO’s educational modules can be completed anytime and anywhere you have internet access, and is available for students, staff, and faculty.

JED Initiative and Campus Resources

The University of Tennessee is partnering with JED Campus to ensure the mental health and wellbeing of all students during their time here. With a focus on supporting current mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention efforts, UT and JED Campus have created this page to provide students with campus and national resources.

Stay Engaged

An important aspect of health and wellness includes engaging with your community. Join us for a variety of virtual campus events and virtual group fitness classes.

UTs response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The best and most trusted source for up-to-date information about UT’s response to coronavirus (COVID-19) is utk.edu/coronavirus.

Additional Resources

In this excerpt from his presentation, Dr. Larry Long, of University of Kansas Medical Center provides some links to additional online coping resources.

Strategies to Cope with Coronavirus Anxiety

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