Despite a reduction in stigma men are still not talking about mental health

New research for Time to Change is showing that there is a reduction in stigma around mental illness. However, men are still not talking about their mental health. The consequence  can be seen in the tragically high suicide rate amongst men under 50. We need to encourage the men in our lives to open up and stop perpetuating the stereotype that men have to be strong.

http://www.time-to-change.org.uk/news/mental-health-problems-fall-radar-men-new-research-confirms

New videos raise awareness of impact of eating disorders on those affected and their carers

 Follow the link to read the article and see the videos.

https://www1.bournemouth.ac.uk/news/2015-06-11/new-videos-raise-awareness-impact-eating-disorders-those-affected-their-carers

How to survive moving back home

Have a look at the Student Minds newsletter for thoughts on how to manage the transisiton from university to the rest of your life.

http://us10.campaign-archive2.com/?u=b70219677a18313150b6d28cc&id=a2d7c6db03&utm_source=Student+Minds&utm_campaign=59af85ecc6-June+Newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_30936ac40b-59af85ecc6-63879009

Managing Life Events

A simple story of one person's way to manage the impact of a difficult life event. Well worth viewing as we can all learn new ways to look after ourselves when life becomes overwhelming.


http://sodelightful.com/comics/release/

Stressed and anxious about assignments or exams?

The following podcast demonstrates a breathing technique that can help to calm you and improve your performance. I have taught this to many students who have found it really helps. 


http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/help-information/podcasts/stress-relaxation-quick-fix/

Coping with mental health difficulties at University

A really helpful article for students coming to university who have mental health diffculties. It gives guidance on how and where to access support. Don't forget when you arrive at university to seek me out to see what support you can access here. All my informaiton is on the website under Student Support.

http://www.theguardian.com/education/2015/feb/25/how-to-cope-with-mental-health-difficulties-at-university

Parents, do you worry about how your child is coping at university?

With their first term over, many new university students will return home for the holidays full of stories of forged friendships and exciting adventures. But for others, the experience will have been a challenging one. They may have struggled with feelings of homesickness, isolation, anxiety and stress.

A survey in November 2014 found that those aged between 18 and 24 are four times as likely to feel lonely most of the time as those over 70. And that poses a problem for parents how can they help? Now the answers can be found in a free guide.

Produced by mental health experts, A Parents Guide To Depression aims to answer  the  questions families ask most often.

Download the guide here

http://www.cwmt.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/parents-guide-to-depression.pdf