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FURTHER SUPPORT
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FURTHER SUPPORT
University CounsellingThe University Counselling Service can be a great way to gain support. It is an active process which will give you the chance to explore and understand the issues you bring in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Details of your university counselling service will be available on the university website.
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Your GP
A good first step to take when thinking about getting treatment is to visit your GP. This can seem like a scary prospect, but it is a very important step in the road to recovery. It can be helpful to write down what you have been experiencing before you go to your first appointment.
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Mind
Mind is a national charity which provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. You can contact them either through their national helpline or through one of their local Minds.
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IAPT
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies is an NHS programme. Psychological therapies have been shown to be highly effective, so this is a great place to start!
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Clink on the links below to find out about further support:
To find out more about local support near your university click here.
Our Support GroupsThese informal support groups offer students the time and space to talk openly in a safe and pro-recovery environment.
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HelplineGet Connected is a great helpline to call for any mental health difficulty if you are under 25 years old.
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Further SupportABC run a specific helpline for those suffering from anorexia, bulimia and binge eating.
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Our Support GroupsWe offer a six week course for students with mild depression, covering topics such as building a support network, establishing healthy routines and exploring different relaxation techniques.
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HelplineHOPElineUK is a helpline offering non-judgemental support, staffed by trained professionals for anyone up to the age of 35 years old.
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Further SupportThe Blurt Foundation has loads of information on depression, as well as a mentor scheme to help support you through difficult times.
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More InformationStudents Against Depression has a website filled with great information to help you understand and tackle depression.
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HelplineAnxiety UK offers a non-judgemental helpline for those struggling with anxiety issues. They also have an email and live chat service.
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More InformationYou can find lots of information about anxiety on the Youth Anxiety website.
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E-CommunityBipolar UK offers an online e-community for individuals with bipolar disorder to gain support. There are also additional services for young people aged 18-25 years old. Bipolar UK also offer support to parents and carers of young people with bipolar, as well as university staff and other professionals working with young people.
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More InformationMind has lots of great information about bipolar disorder and potential treatment.
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HelplineRethink Mental Illness has a helpline that you can call if you would like further information about psychosis.
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More InformationThe NHS has some great information about psychosis, discussing symptoms, causes and treatments.
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HelplineOCD Action runs a confidential helpline that provides support and information to OCD sufferers.
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More InformationOCD UK has lots of information about OCD and other related disorders. The website also has information about a telephone support group.
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