College can be a confusing time when many students struggle with the question “Do I belong here?” This LionSide Chat will expose participants to the Impostor Syndrome phenomenon (a tendency to downplay accomplishments, leading to feelings of inadequacy) and outline ways to manage the resulting feelings of academic incompetence.

This LionSide Chat will be presented by: Alexa Hodge, M.Ed., Coordinator of Student Support Services Penn State Berks

Additional Resources:

Bravata DM, Watts SA, Keefer AL, et al. Prevalence, Predictors, and Treatment of Impostor Syndrome: a Systematic Review. J Gen Intern Med. 2020;35(4):1252-1275. doi:10.1007/s11606-019-05364-1​

Cardboard loom and paper weaving. (n.d.). Retrieved June 30, 2020, from http://www.inkandglue.com/home/cardboard-loom-and-paper-weaving​

​How to Overcome ‘Impostor Syndrome’. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/guides/working-womans-handbook/overcome-impostor-syndrome ​​

Impostor Syndrome Expert Dr. Valerie Young, author of The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women. (n.d.). Retrieved June 30, 2020, from http://impostorsyndrome.com/​

Wilding, M. J. (2020, May 11). 5 Types of Imposter Syndrome and How to Stop Them. Retrieved from https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one ​