What can I do if...
...I feel depressed/upset and I don’t know who to talk to?
...I feel depressed/upset and I don’t know who to talk to?
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Get in touch with your local Student Services
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Speak to a member of staff you trust
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Arrange to see someone from the college’s counselling service (face to face or online)
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Talk to a close friend or family member
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Try some self-care techniques – mindfulness or breathing exercises
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If it’s out of hours, contact the Student Assistance Programme 24/7 on 0800 031 8227
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WhatsApp or text ‘Hi’ to 07418 360780
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Try Togetherall’s online chat forums - link. QR Code can be found on the reverse for further details
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Go for a walk and see if it helps to clear your head
...my mental health is affecting my studies?
...my mental health is affecting my studies?
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Talk to Student Services about a Personal Learning Support Plan or study skills support
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Speak with your PAT (Personal Academic Tutor) and/or lecturer
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Our Student Assistance Programme offers 24/7 support by Phone 0800 031 8227 or WhatsApp or text ‘Hi’ to 07418 360780
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Use Togetherall’s online chat forums to say how you feel with like-minded people
...I need to get help for my mental health when the college is closed?
...I need to get help for my mental health when the college is closed?
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Our Student Assistance Programme offers 24/7 support by Phone 0800 031 8227 or WhatsApp or text ‘Hi’ to 07418 360780 from qualified counsellors and therapists.
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Have a look at the chat forums on Togetherall ref
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Contact your GP
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If it is an emergency, call 999 – they will sort out what support you may need
Emergency and other support
Emergency and other support
Is a free, confidential phone service for anyone experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. Call:0800 83 85 87
Weekdays: Monday-Thursday 6pm to 2am Weekend: Friday 6pm-Monday 6am
Emergency crisis mental health support
If someone is in immediate danger call 999. If the crisis is not life threatening, call NHS 24 on 111.
Provide, non-judgemental support – 24-hour service, 365 days a year. Call: 116 123
Text Shout to 85258. This crisis messenger text service provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need support, you can text SHOUT to 85258
Phones staffed by qualified counsellors and practitioners 24/7 support, 365 days per year Phone 0800 031 8227 or WhatsApp or text ‘Hi’ to 07418 360780
Online chat forums, monitored by trained staff.