Many people experience emotional and psychological difficulties at some point in their lives. Usually, these difficulties can be resolved by talking them through with family and friends. Sometimes professional help is needed. The health and welfare of all members of the University is everyone’s concern. It is important to be prepared for emergencies, but also to be aware they occur rarely and that expert help is always available. The Helping Students in Distress Guide 2023 has been produced to:

• help you to recognise when a student may be in difficulty
• provide advice to help you respond/refer appropriately and effectively
• remind you of the sources of support within the University
• raise awareness of issues relating to student mental health