Friday, 22 May 2020

Mental Health Awareness week- student mental health resources


This week is Mental Health Week
Time to change has reports on stigma suffered by those experiencing mental health issues
however in the current situation it is important.than ever to remember mental health

this is why 
United Nations has raised concern about the lockdown on mental Health
indeed ONS reported high levels of anxiety amongst British adults

 Universities UK has recently issued guidance on supporting staff and students

The Office for Students has also issued a briefing

HEPI has highlighted the existing pressures on academic staff in the current system
In its survey of 17 universities it 17 universities, there has been a rise in staff access to counselling of 155% in recent years. The highest increases were at the University of Bath (500%), the University of Kent (325%) and Keele University (203%). Comparisons are made on progress since an earlier survey in 2017.

Coping with COVID 19 a guide for students written by students This guide has been created as part of the Rethink Mental Illness Step Up Universities project, which is funded by the City Bridge Trust. The scheme uses students’ real-life experiences to try and foster a positive mental health community and help other students with their mental health. This guide has been created by Kay-Lee, Helena and Ioana with illustrations from Dylan Wilson.

Student Minds has an excellent list of resources for supporting student mental health during these difficult times. Their blog has stories, sharing and tips by students.

Mental Health Foundation has useful publications you can download


Research more on policy and treatment.

Pubmed

NHS Evidence

Kings Fund resources on policy.





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