Real Student Stories

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Meet Daniel
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Missing home at the start of his first year, Daniel found himself increasingly severely affected by low mood triggered by unhappiness on his course and relationship difficulties. He is proud of successfully tackling things without using anti-depressants...more >>
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“I always felt I had to help myself, but perhaps what I've learnt is that there is help available and you've no need to do it all yourself. You don't have to take it but know that it's there.”
Darren

 

“I can't emphasise enough how important and helpful talking to people is - admitting to my friends what was going on; admitting to my course what was going on; seeking counselling; going to the doctor. It's a horribly hard thing to do but it helps so much in the long run.”
Ben
Students Against Depression
 

Getting Support & Help

Enough

No one is an island!

Depression thrives on isolation and inappropriate "independence". It is important, therefore, not only to be self-reliant, but also to rely on others when appropriate. This section looks at how to find the right help and support:

What are the first steps?

Who can help?

What other options are there?

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