Student Wellbeing This Christmas

Student Wellbeing This Christmas

For lots of students, the arrival of the winter holidays is a welcome opportunity to take a break from their studies, socialise with friends and enjoy the company of family. However, not everyone looks forward to the festive season – it isn’t a time of celebration for...
Mental Health Champion Report on Wellbeing in Young People

Mental Health Champion Report on Wellbeing in Young People

The Office of the Mental Health Champion has published a new report, Factors Affecting Mental Health and Wellbeing in Children and Young People in Northern Ireland. The research shows that 45.2% of 16-year-olds meet the criteria for mental ill health. It also reveals...
Managing Stress on Exam Results Day

Managing Stress on Exam Results Day

Exam results day is stressful for everyone, whether you sat the exams yourself or care about someone who did. It’s normal to feel upset, disappointed and anxious if you didn’t get the results you hoped for. Know where to get help if you’re feeling overwhelmed. Dealing...
Social anxiety in students

Social anxiety in students

Social phobia, or social anxiety disorder, is a type of anxiety disorder. People who have social phobia experience extreme and persistent anxiety associated with social or performance situations. They may have persistent fears about being judged, criticised, ridiculed...
Curbing your social media habit

Curbing your social media habit

Social media can be a great way to stay in touch with friends and family or reconnect with people we have lost touch with. However, there are many disadvantages to social media, including its potential impact on your mental wellbeing and your ability to focus on your...