Need somebody to speak to?
Our friendly and experienced Student Advisers are on hand to talk to you in confidence about any issue that you may feel you need support with; you may be feeling homesick, have a relationship or family problem, or find that you have a personal or health issue which is impacting on your university experience. No problem is too big or too small; we offer practical support, health advice, as well as access to self-help materials (see below), and referrals to our specialist support services, including:
Our Advisers run daily drop-ins every day from the Student Hub – please just ask to speak with somebody in confidence.
Self-help resources
Understanding your feelings or diagnosis, and finding coping strategies is a really important step in improving your wellbeing. We have lots of leaflets, books and self-help resources to help you. Here are some useful links to websites and apps which you may wish to look at:
Websites:
Mind - the mental health charity; lots of information and support advice for mental health issues, as well as a handy 'I need urgent help' section.
Student Minds - the student mental health charity.
Students against depression - tailored advice for students.
The Mix - essential support information on all aspects of life for people under 25.
Blurt - increasing awareness and understanding of depression - great social media presence on Facebook and Twitter.
Anxiety UK - Advice and support on an array of anxiety disorders.
Apps:
For mindfulness - Headspace, The Mindfulness App, Calm, MoodSpace.
To help manage self-harm and suicidal thoughts - Stay Alive, DistrACT, Calm Harm.
Mood trackers and digital diaries - Youper, Gratitude Journal.
Creative Apps for taking time out - Color Touch, Fraksl, My Oasis, Alpaca World
Disclaimer: these websites and apps are externally owned and managed, the University is not responsible for their content.