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#MedicalSchoolUnmasked: Navigating the Pressure Cooker 🩺🔥
#ForOurNewEntryBatch:
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Challenge 2: The Shadow of High-Stakes Exams 😰
The pressure to perform on exams that feel like they determine your entire future is immense.
This isn't just in your head—it's physiological. Research shows that cortisol (a stress hormone) can spike by an average of 15% during high-stakes testing weeks, which is linked to a significant drop in performance.
📈 This anxiety can lead to poor sleep and a cycle of cramming, making concentration even harder. 😴
🛠️ Reframe the Test: Try to see the exam as a "game" or a "challenge" to engage with, rather than a threat to your identity. 🎮 This cognitive shift can help reduce anxiety.
🛠️ Practice Under Pressure: Simulate the exam environment when you study. Taking practice tests under timed conditions builds familiarity and reduces the "unknown" that fuels anxiety. 📝
Do #Exams #Exams #Exams #Exams #Exams ...as part of study! ✅
🛠️ Master Stress-Reduction Techniques: Practice mindful breathing or grounding exercises before and during the exam. This can help calm your nervous system and improve your focus when it counts. 🧘♀️🧘♂️
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🎭 Challenge 3: The Silent Struggle of Imposter Syndrome 🎭
Do you feel like a "fraud" waiting to be exposed, despite your evident success? This is imposter syndrome, and it affects up to 70-80% of people at some point. In the competitive environment of medical school, it's incredibly common. 😟
This often shows up as perfectionism, where anything less than perfect feels like failure. 😩
🛠️ Share Your Feelings (Outside of Medicine): Talk about these feelings with a trusted friend, family member, or mentor outside your immediate academic circle.
They can offer a more balanced, external perspective and help recalibrate your view. 🤗
🛠️ Keep a "Success File": Document positive feedback, awards, and moments you felt proud. When doubt creeps in, this concrete evidence is a powerful reminder that your achievements are real and earned. 📂🏆
🛠️ Redefine Competence: Challenge the idea that you need to know everything. Embrace being a "work in progress" and recognize that medicine is a field of lifelong learning. It's okay not to have all the answers right now. 🌱
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To be continued... 💥 More tips and strategies are coming soon!
Join our SCOME AA Family via : https://t.me/scomeeeeefamilyyy
For mental health issues or related concerns, consultation:
Contact @Ikramiti 🗣️
confidential support is available! 💖
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#MedicalSchoolUnmasked: Navigating the Pressure Cooker 🩺🔥
#ForOurNewEntryBatch:
Join our SCOME AA Family via : https://t.me/scomeeeeefamilyyy
#Part2
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Challenge 2: The Shadow of High-Stakes Exams 😰
The pressure to perform on exams that feel like they determine your entire future is immense.
This isn't just in your head—it's physiological. Research shows that cortisol (a stress hormone) can spike by an average of 15% during high-stakes testing weeks, which is linked to a significant drop in performance.
📈 This anxiety can lead to poor sleep and a cycle of cramming, making concentration even harder. 😴
🛠️ Reframe the Test: Try to see the exam as a "game" or a "challenge" to engage with, rather than a threat to your identity. 🎮 This cognitive shift can help reduce anxiety.
🛠️ Practice Under Pressure: Simulate the exam environment when you study. Taking practice tests under timed conditions builds familiarity and reduces the "unknown" that fuels anxiety. 📝
Do #Exams #Exams #Exams #Exams #Exams ...as part of study! ✅
🛠️ Master Stress-Reduction Techniques: Practice mindful breathing or grounding exercises before and during the exam. This can help calm your nervous system and improve your focus when it counts. 🧘♀️🧘♂️
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🎭 Challenge 3: The Silent Struggle of Imposter Syndrome 🎭
Do you feel like a "fraud" waiting to be exposed, despite your evident success? This is imposter syndrome, and it affects up to 70-80% of people at some point. In the competitive environment of medical school, it's incredibly common. 😟
This often shows up as perfectionism, where anything less than perfect feels like failure. 😩
🛠️ Share Your Feelings (Outside of Medicine): Talk about these feelings with a trusted friend, family member, or mentor outside your immediate academic circle.
They can offer a more balanced, external perspective and help recalibrate your view. 🤗
🛠️ Keep a "Success File": Document positive feedback, awards, and moments you felt proud. When doubt creeps in, this concrete evidence is a powerful reminder that your achievements are real and earned. 📂🏆
🛠️ Redefine Competence: Challenge the idea that you need to know everything. Embrace being a "work in progress" and recognize that medicine is a field of lifelong learning. It's okay not to have all the answers right now. 🌱
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To be continued... 💥 More tips and strategies are coming soon!
Join our SCOME AA Family via : https://t.me/scomeeeeefamilyyy
For mental health issues or related concerns, consultation:
Contact @Ikramiti 🗣️
confidential support is available! 💖
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The Standing Committee on Medical Education- Addis Ababa- is one of the 6 main Standing committes working under EMSA-AA whose goal is to create all rounded and successful medical students.
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✨Our FREE certified online course — Post-Pills & Contraceptives is about to close!
✅ If you’ve started, make sure to finish and claim your certificate.
✅ If you haven’t joined yet, this is your last chance to learn the facts, bust the myths, and get certified!
📌 Course: Link
📌 Deadline: October 8, 2025
🎓 Score 50%+ to earn your certificate
Don’t miss out — take the course today! 💊✨
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🌿 The Wait Is Over — Share Love, Make a Difference 🌿
✨The much-awaited project by the SCORA-AA is finally here!
We are launching our Sanitary Material Collection Drive to support the One Stop Center, an organization dedicated to providing care and support for survivors of gender-based violence.
📦 We warmly invite you all to contribute pads 🩸, soaps 🧼, tissue papers 🧻, clothes👕and monetary donations 💰.This is a wonderful opportunity to show your love, compassion, and support, and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
📍 Where: Student dormitories and designated boxes around Sefere Selam Campus (@ the lounge gate and female dormitory gate) and Tikur Anbessa specialized Hospital (@ the cafteria)
💳 Monetary Donations:
CBE acc: 1000186932165 Fkirte Andarge
📅 When: October 6 – 8
✨Let’s stand in solidarity, spread kindness, and help restore hope — healing begins with care. 💫
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EMSA-AA | More than a Student!
✨The much-awaited project by the SCORA-AA is finally here!
We are launching our Sanitary Material Collection Drive to support the One Stop Center, an organization dedicated to providing care and support for survivors of gender-based violence.
📦 We warmly invite you all to contribute pads 🩸, soaps 🧼, tissue papers 🧻, clothes👕and monetary donations 💰.This is a wonderful opportunity to show your love, compassion, and support, and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
📍 Where: Student dormitories and designated boxes around Sefere Selam Campus (@ the lounge gate and female dormitory gate) and Tikur Anbessa specialized Hospital (@ the cafteria)
💳 Monetary Donations:
CBE acc: 1000186932165 Fkirte Andarge
📅 When: October 6 – 8
✨Let’s stand in solidarity, spread kindness, and help restore hope — healing begins with care. 💫
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Happening Now! 💥
#HobbyMates
#SCOME chess tournament
8th round ⭕
This is a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your skills, compete for exciting awards, and connect with fellow chess enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there’s something for everyone!
Join our group today and take part in the fun and friendly competition. Let’s make this tournament an unforgettable experience together!
Looking forward to seeing you on the board!
Click here
https://lichess.org/tournament/nKHMNcrs
Password:SCOME
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#SCOME chess tournament
8th round ⭕
This is a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your skills, compete for exciting awards, and connect with fellow chess enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there’s something for everyone!
Join our group today and take part in the fun and friendly competition. Let’s make this tournament an unforgettable experience together!
Looking forward to seeing you on the board!
Click here
https://lichess.org/tournament/nKHMNcrs
Password:SCOME
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Dear EMSA-Ethiopia Members,
✨✨ We are excited to announce the launch of the Annual Members’ Registry for the 2024/25 term! ✨✨
Please fill out the registration form using the link below:
🔗 https://forms.gle/jQXWDVq1x6NYKjv4A
If you are a member of this association, kindly complete the form to become a nationally registered member of EMSA-Ethiopia.
This registry is open to all current medical students from Local Chapters registered under EMSA-Ethiopia.
The information you provide will be used to prepare your official EMSA-Ethiopia ID once issuance begins. Thank you for taking the time to complete the form.
Please note that you can update your profile anytime by editing your submitted response through the same link whenever there are changes to your information.
For further inquiries, feel free to reach out to the VPM Team at 📧 vpm.emsa@gmail.com
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✨✨ We are excited to announce the launch of the Annual Members’ Registry for the 2024/25 term! ✨✨
Please fill out the registration form using the link below:
🔗 https://forms.gle/jQXWDVq1x6NYKjv4A
If you are a member of this association, kindly complete the form to become a nationally registered member of EMSA-Ethiopia.
This registry is open to all current medical students from Local Chapters registered under EMSA-Ethiopia.
The information you provide will be used to prepare your official EMSA-Ethiopia ID once issuance begins. Thank you for taking the time to complete the form.
Please note that you can update your profile anytime by editing your submitted response through the same link whenever there are changes to your information.
For further inquiries, feel free to reach out to the VPM Team at 📧 vpm.emsa@gmail.com
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Stay tuned for our next session.
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🌟 Dear EMSA Ethiopia 🌟
🪄 It is with great enthusiasm that we open the call for participants for the second destination of our National Capacity Building Tour, to be hosted by EMSA–St. Paul!
🟣 Available Workshops
TNT – Training New Trainers
TNRET – Training New Research Exchange Trainers
TSRHRT – Training SRHR Trainers
Event Details
📅 October 18 & 19, 2025
📍St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (In-person)
📝 Application link
☑️ Certificates will be provided — check out our certification guideline
☑️ Registration fee: 250 Birr (to be made after confirmation).
❗️❗️ Deadline to apply: October 12, 2025 | 11:59 PM
For any questions or comments, feel free to reach us at emsa.vpcb@gmail.com
or via Telegram at
@fikir_bk
@Ssoni86
With Regards,
EMSA-Ethiopia Capacity Building National Team 2024/25
& The Workshop Organizing Committee (EMSA–St. Paul) 💜
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🪄 It is with great enthusiasm that we open the call for participants for the second destination of our National Capacity Building Tour, to be hosted by EMSA–St. Paul!
🟣 Available Workshops
TNT – Training New Trainers
TNRET – Training New Research Exchange Trainers
TSRHRT – Training SRHR Trainers
Event Details
📅 October 18 & 19, 2025
📍St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (In-person)
📝 Application link
☑️ Certificates will be provided — check out our certification guideline
☑️ Registration fee: 250 Birr (to be made after confirmation).
❗️❗️ Deadline to apply: October 12, 2025 | 11:59 PM
For any questions or comments, feel free to reach us at emsa.vpcb@gmail.com
or via Telegram at
@fikir_bk
@Ssoni86
With Regards,
EMSA-Ethiopia Capacity Building National Team 2024/25
& The Workshop Organizing Committee (EMSA–St. Paul) 💜
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Today, our team had the opportunity to conduct an SRH workshop on Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) at Cathedral High School. The session focused on helping students understand the causes, prevention, and early signs of UTIs - a common but often overlooked health concern. We’re proud to create a space where young people can learn, ask questions, and feel empowered to take care of their health with confidence. Awareness and education remain at the heart of what we do.
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📢 SCOME AA with Med Quizet Presents:
Exit Exam Orientation
#DemystifyingMedicalSchool
#ExitExamOrientation-Pc2
Worried about the Exit Exam? 🤔 Get the inside scoop from those who've been there! 🎓
What's in it for you? 👇
🔑 Key Insights: Exam structure, expectations, mental prep, & study tips! 🙌
👂 Firsthand Experiences: Learn what to focus on and how to approach the exam with confidence! 🧠
❓ Doubt-Busting Q&A: Clear your concerns and get a real sense of what's ahead! 🗣️
🎉 MedQuizet Reveal: Be the first to see this game-changing tool designed to supercharge your Exit Exam prep! 🤩
📅 Date: Monday, October 13
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m.
📍 Venue: Sefere Selam Campus
Don’t miss out — this session will help you step into the exam fully prepared and motivated! 💪 Let's ace this together! 💯
#ExitExamPrep #SCOMEAA #MedQuizet
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Exit Exam Orientation
#DemystifyingMedicalSchool
#ExitExamOrientation-Pc2
Worried about the Exit Exam? 🤔 Get the inside scoop from those who've been there! 🎓
What's in it for you? 👇
🔑 Key Insights: Exam structure, expectations, mental prep, & study tips! 🙌
👂 Firsthand Experiences: Learn what to focus on and how to approach the exam with confidence! 🧠
❓ Doubt-Busting Q&A: Clear your concerns and get a real sense of what's ahead! 🗣️
🎉 MedQuizet Reveal: Be the first to see this game-changing tool designed to supercharge your Exit Exam prep! 🤩
📅 Date: Monday, October 13
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m.
📍 Venue: Sefere Selam Campus
Don’t miss out — this session will help you step into the exam fully prepared and motivated! 💪 Let's ace this together! 💯
#ExitExamPrep #SCOMEAA #MedQuizet
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#HobbyMates is now here with a thrilling match!!
Here we present our first game
✨✨PC1 Vs PC2 ✨✨
We invite all of you to come and cheer them up. Come support your batch and enjoy the game 🔥
Where: Abebe Bekila Stadium
When: Sunday (Today) @ 8 AM LT
For any questions and comments you can contact :
@Leottoman
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#HobbyMates is now here with a thrilling match!!
Here we present our first game
✨✨PC1 Vs PC2 ✨✨
We invite all of you to come and cheer them up. Come support your batch and enjoy the game 🔥
Where: Abebe Bekila Stadium
When: Sunday (Today) @ 8 AM LT
For any questions and comments you can contact :
@Leottoman
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#HobbyMates
Round 9 — #SCOMEChess: Top 3! ♟️🏆🎉
- 🥇 Drangi — Amazing play! 🔥
- 🥈 MikiDag2 — Brilliant tactics! ♟️✨
- 🥉 Kingko99 — Strong finish! 👑
Huge congratulations to all three — well deserved! 👏👏👏
Can’t wait to see everyone again next week — Sunday. Mark your calendars! 📅🕒
Good game, and keep those moves sharp! ♟️💪
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Round 9 — #SCOMEChess: Top 3! ♟️🏆🎉
- 🥇 Drangi — Amazing play! 🔥
- 🥈 MikiDag2 — Brilliant tactics! ♟️✨
- 🥉 Kingko99 — Strong finish! 👑
Huge congratulations to all three — well deserved! 👏👏👏
Can’t wait to see everyone again next week — Sunday. Mark your calendars! 📅🕒
Good game, and keep those moves sharp! ♟️💪
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Today, our SCORA-AA team carried out another successful SRH workshop — this time at Addis Ketema General Secondary School — focusing on Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). The session aimed to raise awareness, clear misconceptions, and create a comfortable space for students to learn and ask questions about their health. Every bit of knowledge shared today contributes to a healthier and more informed generation. Grateful to our passionate SCORA-AA volunteers for their dedication and teamwork in making this initiative possible.
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