Support & Wellbeing
Time to talk
Who you can talk to if you need to.
We get it, moving away from home and dealing with all the daily life stuff can be overwhelming. Sometimes, you might need a little extra help to get through it. One of the first steps is always talking to someone about things.
When it comes to mental health, if you or a friend are going through a tough time because of the pressures of university life, remember, you're not alone. Loads of students all over the UK are going through similar situations. The important thing is not to keep it all to yourself - chat it out with someone. It could be a friend, a family member, your doctor, someone on your course, etc. Sharing your feelings can make a big difference.
There are plenty of support options available, like our Student Advice Line through our pals at Health Assured. Your well-being is our top priority, and we're here to provide professional help for whatever issues you're facing, whether it's stress, depression, financial worries, or anything else. The hotline is open 24/7, every day of the year, and your conversations are completely confidential, so there's no need to stress.
Student Advice Line: 0800 030 5182
We're here whenever you need us, for as long as you want to talk. We also provide Time to Talk days at your accommodation. These are days when staff will be available to chat face-to-face (about any topic you like) and refreshments will be provided for free. Check with your reception to see when the next Time to Talk day is for your accommodation.
Other options
Alternatively, there are other helplines you can get in touch with or websites for tips and self-help:
Samaritans
Freephone: 116 123
Open 24- hours a day
Web: Samaritans.org
Sane Support Forum
Web: sane.org.uk
Mental health forum for discussion and support
The Mix
Freephone: 0808 808 4994
Open 11am-11pm
Text: THE MIX to 85258
Web: themix.org.uk/get-support
Anxiety UK
Phone: 03444 775 774
Open Monday-Friday
9:30am-5:30pm
There is never a wrong time to get the help you need and sometimes all you need is a conversation to ease your mind!
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