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Wellbeing at University - top tips from Graduates
It can be daunting starting Uni, looking after your wellbeing is really important.
Click on the green link and check out the tips from Solent Mind.
It can be daunting starting Uni, looking after your wellbeing is really important.
Click on the green link and check out the tips from Solent Mind.
If you are finding things difficult, it is important to know that you are not alone. We can help and support you wherever you are.
Just need to talk?
Sometimes it helps to share your feelings and problems with someone else. If you are going through a tough time, you can contact us at Wellbeing Team
to make an appointment with Corrina.
Counselling
The college has a free counselling service which is available to all students who feel this would be of benefit to them. The demand for this service is high so there may be a wait for an appointment, however please make contact through text or email.
Link to the counselling page on Ledge https://ledge.sparsholt.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=1571
The quickest way to refer for the service is to complete the online appointment request.
G.P
Your doctor can help diagnose any mental health illness, together you can work out a plan moving forward for medical treatment. Your doctor may prescribe medication but they can also help you access talking therapies and psychological treatment.
If you are a resident make sure you are registered with the local practise at Friarsgate. Please contact the nurse for an online registration form Claire.Beckett@sparsholtcollegegroup.ac.uk
Here are some websites to look at if you are feeling low or interested in learning more about mental health. Please look at our A-Z Information pages for lots more topics.
'Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more. We have expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing'.
Samaritans are available, day or night, for anyone who’s struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure. Phone them anytime to discuss any concern – big or small. Call 116 123 (free to call).
Information, help and guidance on all mental health illnesses and feelings.
SHOUT is a 24/7 free text service for support in a crisis. Text 85258 (it's free on all major mobile networks).
Worried about self-harm? Download the free Calm Harm App to your mobile.
Hopeline is a confidential support and advice service for people under 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide or anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide. Call 0800 068 4141.
The Mix provides essential support for under 25’s. Call 0808 808 4994 or use the chat service.
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is especially aimed at males who may be experiencing isolation and low mood. Contact them between 5pm and midnight on 0800 58 58 58 or use the chat service.
Any student at University. The team can help with lots of different issues from losing your ID card to more serious matters that may be spoiling your time at Uni and preventing you from passing your course.
We provide information and support and can help with: relationships, drug and alcohol, sexual health, mental health strategies, home life and anything else! If we don't know the answers, then we will know someone who does.
No - but we can discuss issues and offer ongoing support to help you stay on track and pass your course. Our college counsellors are contactable through the Counselling button within this page with a brief online form to fill in to refer. Counselling is particularly helpful for when you need time and space with six sessions are generally offered initially.
An appointment is usually 30 mins. During this time we will focus on what you think will help you to achieve your goals and agree a plan. After, we can decide together if you need any more sessions to move forward.
We prefer you to come on your own and find that most students adjust straightway. But, if you feel you need some support for the first session, please do bring a friend as long as they are not missing their lessons.
For most issues there will be no need to leave your course, you will be supported alongside your studies. In fact, our main aim is to help you to achieve and be able to complete your qualifications.
In most cases there will be no need to tell anybody else, we are hear to listen, not to tell. In some incidences if you or someone else is at risk of serious harm we may need to involve other people or organisations. This will be handled with the utmost sensitivity and care and we will always let you know
Everyone learns in different ways and what’s the best method of studying for one person may not be for another. Therefore at University Centre Sparsholt we pride ourselves in having a specialist team to assist our degree students with their studies.
The HE study support team are available from 8.30am to 5pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
If you feel you may need some support with your studies please do get in touch with the team:
Considerations for disabled students when applying to university in light of Covid-19
Email: HELearningSupport@sparsholt.ac.uk
*Please note it can take up to two months to complete an assessment and gain approval for DSA support so it is important that you arrange this before starting on your degree
Link to disabled students https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas/eligibility
Eligibility
You can apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) if you live in England and have a disability that affects your ability to study, such as a:
You must also:
Student Services based in Support Hub, Wellbeing
is open 09:30-4:30:
Every week day, during term-time.
Please browse through this A-Z student guide which should contain answers to our frequently asked questions. You are welcome to come to Wellbeing Hub if you have an emergency that must be resolved the same day. For all other enquiries and in order to maintain safe social distancing; students are firmly encouraged to refer to this guide first as most answers are contained within. We also recommend that you become familiar with the Student Handbook (it is in the Handbook section), which contains vital information about uni life. Thank you.
If you are a resident on Campus you can ring the Warden on 01962 797538 or 07715043855
https://www.solentmind.org.uk/urgent-help/
Hampshire CAMHS want to play a part in sharing meaningful and relevant information that supports families and professionals supporting young people who may be struggling, or considering harming themselves or ending their lives by suicide.
Hampshire CAMHs are proud to launch a short film created and developed to support this vital issue, and has been supported by a number of individuals who have personally been affected by suicide. Hampshire CAMHS are extremely grateful to all the volunteers who took part.
116 123
Someone to talk to in confidence 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
0800 068 41 41
Prevention of young suicide
Text SHOUT to 85258
A 24/7 free text service if you are struggling to cope and need immediate help.
Where to get emergency help
The Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) aims to improve the mental health and wellbeing of those in the veterinary team, including students, veterinary nurses, veterinary surgeons and practice managers.
Don’t keep things bottled up. Talking about your feelings with friends, family or your college tutor is not a sign of weakness but of taking charge of your own wellbeing.
Sleep is important to your physical and mental health. Sleep improves memory and concentration, reduces stress and anxiety. If you are 18 to 25 years old, you need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night.
See our sleep advice in the A-Z
No one can work 24/7!
It is important to take some time
for YOU and to stay connected with your friends and family in a way that benefits the health and wellbeing of everyone.
Helping others makes you feel better about yourself. Try giving someone and smile or saying hello. Have a look at volunteering opportunities at College or in your local area.
You could walk around our beautiful campus with a friend to have a chat or have a full blown session in the gym, there is a strong connection with our mental health and exercise. Exercise can also help you concentrate and improve your sleep. It’s great for meeting new people too!
We all know it’s important to have a balanced diet but sometimes this can slip. Make sure you are on track with the NHS tips to healthy eating:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/eight-tips-for-healthy-eating/
And don’t forget to drink plenty of water!
You are unique. Don’t compare yourself to other people. Each person is on a different journey personal to them.
Decide who to spend time with. It could be a good mate at college but equally a pet or reconnect with friends and family at home.
Switch off your phone and turn off social media. Sometimes we just need a bit of space to get outside, breath in the fresh air and think.
We know that everyone is busy but not looking after your mental health can make stresses build up. It’s important to prioritise your own mental wellbeing. Mindfulness can help you become more aware of the present moment.
If you have 5 minutes
Make a cup of tea and enjoy it undistracted.
Play with a pet
Text a friend
If you have 10 minutes
Try one of our mindfulness activities below
Go for a walk round the block
Listen to some music
Do a quick tidy or clean of your workspace
If you have 30 minutes
Take some exercise – run, yoga a walk with a friend
Phone a friends or family for a catch up
Take a nap
If you have 1 hour
Watch an episode of your favourite TV show
Go for a cuppa with a friend
Cook or bake something tasty