University is often described as the best years of your life, but the big life transition can also be a very overwhelming and stressful experience. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Belfast News Letter, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. There are many things that can understandably make you feel apprehensive, such as meeting new people, moving to a new city, getting to grips with a new living situation, new routines, keeping up with your studies and a social life and managing your own finances.
Advertisement Advertisement Going to university is a big change, with everyone responding to it differently. If you feel overwhelmed, or things aren’t what you expected, you are not alone and there is help available. This is how you can access mental health support at university.
Most universities will have a health and wellbeing office on campus, if you feel like you need emotional support, they will be able to let you know what care is available and how you can access it. Other areas to find student support include your students’ union, or your personal academic tutor. It’s important that when you start university you register with a GP, your university may provide a medical health centre where you can sign up to a doctor, they will also be able to support your mental health during this life transition.
There are many ways you can look after your mental health.