: Increasing requests for "emergency" funds while making zero effort to manage a budget or seek employment.

A "freeze" can sometimes mask underlying issues like clinical depression or anxiety. A therapist can help determine if the student is "spoiled" or if they are genuinely struggling with a mental health crisis that requires clinical intervention. 3. Incremental Goal Setting

: Many students in a "freeze" state retreat into high-end gaming, luxury travel, or social media, creating a false sense of productivity through digital consumption.

: Missing not just one class, but entire weeks of lectures and exams without a medical reason.