This year’s theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is movement. The University has put together a programme of events for both staff and students to enjoy, with the aim of bringing people together and providing a sense of community.

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Events

Throughout Mental Health Awareness Week, both campuses are running a variety of different events to support staff and students.

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Blogs

Find advice and ideas to improve your mental wellbeing.
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News and Research

The latest mental health news and research.

Free gym classes

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport is offering students and staff free gym studio and gym floor classes throughout Mental Health Awareness Week, available to book via the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport app.

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How the University can support you

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has a range of support services available for both staff and students should you need help with your mental wellbeing. From a dedicated team to digital apps and resources and wellbeing events throughout the year, find out more about what we are able to offer.  

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My Lifestyle

The My Lifestyle programme is a free and inclusive recreational sport and physical activity offer, that is open to and welcomes everybody of any ability. There are a series of sports and activities for staff and students taking place during a weekly timetable to get you moving more for your mental health.

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Resources

Mental Health Foundation
Student Services: Mental health and wellbeing
Student Minds
NHS: Be active for your mental health
Active Together: Local activities
Mental Health First Aider (staff only)
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Staff Sport