If you are experiencing feelings of Self-Harm and are looking for support and advice, please see below list of Self Help resources and UH Services available to you.
Please also see our Student Wellbeing Services page for further support and advice.
We recommend
- Mind Leaflet - Self-harm
- Ted Talk -Why we all need to practice emotional first aid - a talk by Guy Winch, psychologist and author.
- Alumina - Selfharm.co.uk -information and advice on self harm and staying safe.
- Relate.org.uk-information and advice
Other sources of support
| The Mix |
A really useful site for all student related issues. |
Free 24/7 Helpline via PAM Wellness:
Alongside our inhouse wellbeing team we have a Student Assistance Programme called PAM Wellness, where you can access in-the-moment confidential support or guidance. Just call 0808 196 3533 - it's free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
PAM Wellness counsellors are there to listen to you whatever your problem, whether it is personal or student-related.
You can contact the helpline if you require financical, legal or medical information, such as advice on budgets, physical health or landlord issues. And if English is not your first language, let the counsellor know when you call and they'll be able to help you.
R;pple browser extension
R;pple is a crisis intervention tool that automatically surfaces mental health resources to users searching for harmful content related to self-harm or suicide. Learn more about R;pple here.