In addition to the University’s Disability & Dyslexia Team and the Student Wellbeing Team you can discuss any mental health concerns with your GP (doctor) in the first instance.
In an emergency please ring 999 for an ambulance or go to your local A and E department .
Student Assistance Programme- Spectrum.Life Free 24-hour confidential helpline: 0800 031 8227
The Student Assistance Programme is a free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. It is designed to help you deal with personal or student-related problems. The problems could be affecting your home life, education, health, and general wellbeing. You can access the service directly using the contact details below or access via the Portal Spectrum.Life
The Samaritans can be called on 116 123. Their service is free and open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Refuge's National Domestic Violence Helpline: If you are a woman who is experiencing domestic violence please call 0808 2000 247.
Other external agencies/charities that you may find useful include
Supporting anyone with alcohol related concerns.
Charity offering help, treatment and training on how to tackle eating disorders.
For anybody who experienced bereavement.
Drug and alcohol abuse support.
For anyone who experiences problems with gambling.
For anybody who feels that there life if no longer worth living for.
Mental health charity that provide advice and support for anybody experiencing a mental health problem.
For people who have experienced sexual abuse and trauma.
Largest London charity working with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender and others who identify as being gender or sexual diversities. Students Against Depression
Supporting students who experience depression.