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The Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) can provide financial support for students with long-term mental health conditions.
Even if you decide not to apply for a DSA, a mental health adviser will still be able to let you know what support is available. The DSA pays for: ...
Financial · Funding statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Student unions often provide student-led services for those who prefer to talk with peers about mental health issues.
Many student unions also offer student-led services. Although the students involved are not qualified counsellors, you may prefer to talk about problems such as stress and depression with another student.
Service · Policy statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Students may be entitled to reasonable adjustments for mental health conditions, such as extra exam time and coursework extensions.
As well as counselling or therapy, you may also be entitled to 'reasonable adjustments' such as extra time in exams, extensions on coursework, and specialist mental health mentor support.
Service · Policy statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Universities have mental health advisers to help students access necessary support and services.
Many universities also have a mental health adviser who can help you access the support you need.
Service · Policy statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Students can find information about university counselling services on their institution's website.
You can usually find out what they offer and how to make an appointment in the counselling service section of your university's website.
Service · Procedural statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
University counselling services are free and confidential, offering professional support for students.
Many colleges and most universities have a free and confidential in-house counselling service you can access, with professionally qualified counsellors and psychotherapists.
Service · Policy statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Students should seek support if they are experiencing new challenges or difficulties.
Anyone who has new challenges as a student could benefit from talking to someone.
Service · Policy statement · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Counselling can help students understand and manage their mental health issues.
Counselling can help you understand these issues and suggest strategies for dealing with your feelings.
Service · Observational claim · From Counselling for student mental health problems, [page]
Avoiding post-exam analysis and comparison with peers helps maintain focus on upcoming exams.
Once the exam is finished, forget about it. Do not spend too much time going over it in your head or comparing answers with your friends.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Planning time allocation for each question helps manage exam duration effectively.
Plan how much time you'll need for each question. Do not panic if you get stuck on a question, but try to leave yourself enough time at the end to come back to it.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Reading instructions carefully ensures students understand exam requirements.
Take a few minutes to read the instructions and questions. Then you'll know exactly what's expected of you.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Using breathing exercises can help calm nerves before an exam.
Try a breathing exercise if you're feeling overwhelmed. Breathe in through your nose for 4 counts, hold it for 2 counts, and breathe out for 7 counts.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Starting the day with breakfast and arriving early at the exam hall are important preparation steps.
Be prepared. Start the day with a good breakfast, and give yourself plenty of time to get to the exam hall.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Seeking support from trusted individuals can help manage exam-related stress and anxiety.
Ask for help. If you're feeling stressed, it's important to talk to someone you trust, such as a family member, teacher or a friend.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Engaging in physical activity helps manage stress and improves sleep quality during exam preparation.
Do something physical. When you're not revising, use your spare time to get away from your books and do something active, like going for a walk or doing some stretching.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Rewarding oneself after completing a revision session can boost motivation and morale.
Reward yourself. For example, you could take a long bath, listen to music, spend time with friends or watch a good movie once you have finished your revision session.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Taking regular short breaks during revision improves concentration and reduces stress.
Take regular short breaks. Studying for hours and hours will only make you tired and ruin your concentration, which may make you even more anxious.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Practicing with past exam papers helps familiarise students with the format and type of questions.
Look at past exam papers. It means you can familiarise yourself with the layout and type of questions you'll be asked.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Understanding the material thoroughly is crucial for exam success.
Make sure you understand everything. If you come across something you do not understand, try to find a new source of information that will help you understand it.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]
Customising notes can improve understanding and retention of information.
Customise your notes to make them more personal. Experiment with colour coding, notes on postcards, diagrams or whatever helps you learn your topic.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Tips on preparing for exams, [page]