9 October 2024

World Mental Health Day 2024

Let’s come together on Thursday 10 October to talk about, support one another and show that mental health matters.

Life as a student can be both fulfilling and demanding. But here's one secret; find that perfect study-life balance. We're all different, with unique needs, so discovering what works best for you is key.

It’s essential to find a balance that works for you, acknowledging that we all have different needs. 

Consider exploring your mental wellness by taking small steps. These steps might offer you a sense of positivity and help you navigate the challenges of life. 

Remember, your wellbeing is at the core of your journey to success. As we observe World Mental Health Day, let’s embrace this opportunity to prioritize our mental health and support one another. 

Activities on the day

Join us this World Mental Health Day at Harrow campus to connect with each other in our World Mental Health Day Fair, hosted in partnership with the Student’s Union (UWSU).

Stalls will be on site at the Forum in Harrow campus and will include games, provide coping strategies tips as well as information on all the support available to help you stay on top of your mental and emotional wellbeing.

The University’s student support services team will be chatting about all things ‘Burnout’ with UWSU Vice-President for Welfare.

Can’t make it to Harrow campus?

Join your Students’ Union Community Organisers on Thursday 10 October from 12-4pm at our Regent campus for more information and activities as part of World Mental Health Day.

Keep an eye on the Student Hub and the Students’ Union events page to access wellbeing workshops and events taking place throughout the year.

Check the NHS ’Coping with stress and burnout’ page for more tools and information on the topic. You can also visit the ’Burnout From Studying: Meaning and Signs' page as well as Calm’s 'What is burnout? 22 signs you're facing it (and how to recover)' blog page for more.

Support and resources at Westminster

  • Our Student Wellbeing page offers advice, guidance and support services that can help you enhance your physical, mental and emotional health 
  • There is a variety of self-help resources available on a range of topics that can also support your health and wellbeing 
  • The Feeling Good App is designed to enhance mental clarity and focus to reach optimal performance throughout your student journey 
  • If you are finding things difficult and need someone to talk to in a safe and supportive environment, our Counselling team can offer individual appointments and group sessions for help and advice 
  • If you have any concerns, are worried, unwell, or in need of specialist support, you should also speak with your personal tutor. They can refer you to a wellbeing adviser to help you get the support that you need
  • Our Report and Support platform allows students to report and receive support with incidents of discrimination, harassment, bullying or any other negative, unwanted behaviour
  • If you have a disability or condition that affects your studies and wellbeing, our Disability Learning Support (DLS) Team are here to offer confidential support for those who need it 
  • Join our mindfulness programme if you would like to begin exploring or continue improving your skills of awareness in relating with all of life experience while studying at University 
  • Be active and keep fit by accessing our sports facilities for free 
  • Your Students’ Union has an advice service if you need impartial advice or support on issues relating to your studies. You can also come to any of the UWSU receptions onsite to speak with a member of your Students’ Union friendly team

External support

Other external services are also available to help you with expert support and wellbeing advice:

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