Wellbeing

Isolation can happen for many reasons, including physical or mental health challenges, financial difficulties, relationship breakdowns, or moving to a new area. In this section, you’ll discover ways to manage isolation, support your emotional wellbeing, and build healthy coping strategies. 

Anxiety is a feeling of unease, some people would describe it as feeling worried or scared. Anxiety can be mild or severe. This section shows how you can manage anxiety through the use of breathing exercises, grounding techniques and muscle relaxation. 

Mindfulness is a technique that may help you combat the stresses of University life. Have a look at the video below and try the meditation activity where you can experience it for yourself.

Reading for pleasure has many benefits. The following section details how it can support your wellbeing and educational attainment.

Studying at university is an exciting time in life, but it can also be challenging. It has the potential to bring about stress from a variety of sources. This section is designed to help you recognise the causes of stress and to develop strategies that will help you to effectively manage it.