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Mental health and wellbeing

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Pro-actively taking care of your mental health and wellbeing can play a key part in having a positive and successful university experience.   

 

It is recognised that one in three students will experience poor mental health at some point during their studies. We aim to provide you with information that will help you take care of yourself. We all experience times when we struggle, we want you to know it's ok to feel this way, and if things get too difficult support it avaiable if you need it.   

 

 

Self help strategies & self care

Our lifestyle and other aspects of self care can influence our mental health and wellbeing. The following links provide helpful information and tips:

 have lots of self-care suggestions and tips 

A blog from Mental Health Foundation 

Protecting your mental health: A practical guide for postgraduate research students in STEM

 charity fights for a world where no young person feels along with their mental health.

Eating nutritious food can improve emotional and mental health. Check out the HealthyU eat well page for more information, as well as quick and easy HealthyU recipes.

Evidence suggests the  can help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life

 

Living with mental health issues

Some students come to university with a pre-existing mental health issue or diagnosis. Some students may develop problems when they are here, and a number of students will help support students who are struggling.

Here is some useful information about types of mental health issues and where to go for help and support.

University Disability Support Services support students who have a disability, mental health difficulty, long-term medical condition, autistic spectrum condition, or a specific learning difference such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia or ADHD.

University Wellbeing team offer wellbeing support to all students.

has lots of useful information if you’ve been diagnosed with a mental health problem and you want to find out more about it, including treatment options and where to go for support.

: 糖心原创ing and mental illness.

 
 

Understanding & managing stress 

Stress is our natural response to threat or sense of emergency. When we feel under threat, our bodies go into a ‘fight or flight’ response. We all experience stress and a bit of stress can be helpful and motivating. However, too much stress, for too long, can be overwhelming and if unaddressed can impact negatively on our wellbeing.

 explains what stress is, what might cause it and how it can affect you. 

Information from the on stress and how to manage it.

 

Relaxing

Learning to relax is important as it helps you to manage stress. Identify what helps you relax and make time for it. Maybe chill out with friends, take part in an exercise class  or join a Students' Union group.

: Relaxation response technique podcast

Top tips from

University Counselling Service workshops and groups

 
 

Sleeping problems

There is a close relationship with sleep and mental health. Sleep problems are common and can affect people in different ways. The amount of sleep people need varies from one individual to another, but as a rough guide try to aim for around 6 - 8 hours.

 review of the and top  

 offer guidance on how to cope with sleep problems

 

Concerned about suicide

If you are having suicidal thoughts or you are concerned about a friend, here is some information on who you can talk to and how you can look after yourself or your friend during this time.

 
 

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ people are more likely than their peers to experience mental health challenges. Those that are part of the LGBTQ+ community face additional challenges and have needs and concerns that should be treated with dignity and respect.

provides information, advice and contact details of support service​​​​​​​

Local support

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 provides information and support to the LGBT+ communities in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire county.

 is Derbyshire’s only LGBT+ specific support service. They support anyone who is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender or anyone who is having issues with their sexual orientation or gender identity, this includes family and friends.

 

Bereavement

Some students come to university having lost a loved one as a child and others may experience bereavement while at university.

Grief affects everyone differently and can have major implications on an individual’s mental well-being, education and social life. 

Your local GP (doctor)

Cripps Health Centre: 0115 822 7979
Orchard Practice, Kegworth: 01509 672 419

University Wellbeing team can provide guidance, help and advice.

Chaplaincy provide individual  bereavement support to students of any faith or none. They also run a programme called the Bereavement Journey

Funding and Financial Support will discuss the options available for students facing an unexpected financial hardship. 

 can help students with information, advice and representation  round all aspects of student welfare.

 is a student-run service providing confidential listening and information.

 

UoN guides Coping with loss and bereavement and Coping with traumatic experiences and traumatic loss

 

After Life x CALM: . 

 
 

Mental health and finance

Evidence shows that students experiencing financial difficulties in the UK were at a greater risk of developing mental health difficulties than their peers. Visit the links below for helpful information about managing your finances.

Managing your money - The 糖心原创 includes links to UCAS budgeting and an online budget planner.

 - a guide to managing your money at university and beyond.

 includes a range of support and resources.

 
 
 
 

Extenuating Circumstances

Have your studies been affected by illness or unexpected events?  Then you may be entitled to a claim for extenuating circumstances.

Extenuating Circumstances procedure is intended to support you if you experience exceptional, unforeseeable, short-term circumstances which affect your ability to study or take assessments. 

Find out more about extenuating circumstances and how to apply.

 

 

Who to contact if you need support?

Support at university

Support and Wellbeing This service if the first point of contact for student wellbeing support. They can refer you to support and wellbeing practitioners, counsellors and mental health advisors as well as provide information about other local wellbeing services you can access.

Visit The Wellbeing Team page to find out more about the Support and Wellbeing team, as well as other services available. To book an appointment with support and wellbeing service visit .

The Residential Experience (ResX) Team  

Chaplaincy

Disability Support Services provides student led support if you have a disability including mental health difficulty 

 

Support from Students' Union

 

Students’ Union Advice 

 

 
 

Local support

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call NHS 111: People in mental health crisis in England can now call NHS 111.

Your local GP (doctor) Cripps Health Centre: 0115 846 8888

Orchard Practice, Kegworth: 01509 672 419

: The Nottinghamshire Mental Health Helpline offers access to support for people who need emotional support or information about their mental health.

The service works alongside the Nottinghamshire Crisis Line, providing personalised advice, emotional support and information on coping mechanisms.

 Local mental health advice and help for young people in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

provides mental health crisis support to the communities of Nottinghamshire. The Crisis Sanctuaries are for anyone near, or at crisis who need a safe space to talk.

 

Improving Access to Psychological Therapy services (IAPT) provide assessment and treatment for people with ‘mild to moderate common mental health problems’ without the need for a GP referral.

Services available are:

  •  - NHS talking therapies
  •  offers emotional support and referrals to other services in the Nottingham area (must be registered with a Nottingham GP)

H provides support for people affected by self-harm

on-line counselling for young people

 

 

Support if you have been sexually assaulted or have experienced domestic abuse

, 24 hour confidential emotional support service.          T: 116 123

Alcohol, drugs, smoking, addiction and gambling includes information about local support

Domestic abuse, information, advice and support

Eating Disorders contact your GP who may refer you onto a specialist service. provide information and support.

 
 

Other sources of information and support 

 is the UK’s student mental health charity

 is the UK's leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health

 provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem

 is the national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide.

 

 

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