The state of our mental health affects our overall wellbeing and how we interact with the world around us. It extends beyond our personal moods and emotions, and it plays a big role in how we navigate life. Just as we prioritise our physical health, taking care of our mental wellbeing is equally important.
In this article we outline three steps to enhance your mental health and overall wellbeing.
- We are here for you
Don’t hesitate to reach out to your personal tutors, academics, or teaching assistants when facing challenges or struggling with coursework. Try to proactively discuss concerns and seek clarification on assignments and expectations. If you are experiencing personal matters that you think may be impacting your mental health and wellbeing consider reaching out to us via the student services page.
Once you reach out to us, you will be connected with a specialist wellbeing adviser or therapist who will provide you with confidential one-to-one support in a safe space. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness, and addressing concerns early can prevent them from escalating.
We provide confidential information and advice on a range of topics such as:
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Registering with a local health centre (GP)
- Healthier lifestyles
- Domestic violence
- Bereavement
- Pregnancy and adoption/carer responsibilities
- Carer leaver/estranged student support
- Homelessness
We also have a diverse team of professionally trained counsellors who are happy to talk to you about anything that’s bothering you. Have a look on the Counselling page to find out more.
Disability learning support
If you have a disability or long-term health condition that affects your studies, our disability learning support team offer confidential support to help you make the most of your studies.
Find out more on the Disability Learning Support pages.
- Build support systems
Build a strong social support network by staying connected with friends and family. If you are new to London and don’t have many local friends, try attending one of the networking events to meet new people. Visit our events page to find out more about any upcoming events.
You can also join a society to meet other likeminded people. The Westminster Students’ Union (UWSU) core function is to provide students with opportunities that enhance their university experience, such as sports clubs, societies, and student jobs, and to be a platform through which their voices can be heard. These groups are an opportunity for students to meet people with similar interests and passions.
Find out more about the Westminster Students’ Union (UWSU).
- Practice mindfulness and stress reduction
Incorporate mindfulness practices like meditation, yoga, or journaling into your daily routine. Identify stress triggers and develop coping strategies to manage them effectively. We have also listed below some of our self-help resources.
Self-help resources
Feeling Good app
We are providing free access for our students to a positive mental wellbeing app that will accompany you through your student journey. The app is designed to enhance mental clarity and focus to reach optimal performance. Find out more about the Feeling Good app.
Wellbeing resources
There are a variety of self-help resources available on a range of topics that may support you with your health and wellbeing, which are updated regularly. Find out more on our Wellbeing resources page.
Report and support
We do not tolerate bullying, harassment or discrimination of any kind. Our Report and Support tool allows students to report any instances of negative or unwanted behaviour. You can report anonymously or choose to speak to an adviser for support. Visit the Report and Support site to find out more or report an incident.
About Westminster
As one of the most diverse universities in the UK, we are a global university with London energy, with more than 19,000 students from 169 countries. For more information about our courses, visit the University of Westminster website.
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