Concern and Confidentiality: GPs responses to young people in distress and their parents (2004)
Link to study which explored how GPs would manage the task of responding both to a distressed young person who might be at risk of suicide and their parents. Produced in conjuction with researchers at the University of Hull.
Last edited on 05 Mar 2009
Filed Under: For Healthcare Staff
Live Well (NHS Student Mental Health)
Excellent resource for students containing information about issues and concerns faced by students and details of resources that can help.
Last edited on 15 Feb 2011
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
National Service Framework for Mental Health
The Government has set out its expectations of the services provided by local Health Services in the National Service Framework for Mental Health.
Last edited on 05 Mar 2009
Filed Under: For Healthcare Staff
NUS Mental Health Page
Mental Health section on the National Association of University Students website.
Last edited on 14 Jan 2014
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is a community focused organisation that provides physical and mental health and social care with the aim of improving the health and wellbeing of patients and their families.
Last edited on 01 Nov 2011
Filed Under: For Healthcare Staff
PAPYRUS - Prevention of Young Suicide
Voluntary UK organisation committed to the prevention of young suicide and the promotion of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Includes UK resources and support for those dealing with suicide, depression or emotional distress - particularly teenagers and young adults.
A very user friendly site. Includes information for people who are worried about their friends. Includes a publications list.
Last edited on 01 Nov 2011
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
Resources for HE/FE Staff
Click on the link above for resources:
- Organisations and web sites specifically for HE/FE staff
- Guidance for staff on supporting students with mental health needs
- Policies and Procedures
- The Mental Health Needs of Staff
Last edited on 19 Jun 2012
Filed Under: Resources for HE/FE Staff
Student Counselling in UK Universities
Student Counselling in UK Universities offers information about the support available to UK university students. The site includes links to self help leaflets available from UK university counselling services.
Last edited on 10 Mar 2009
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
Student Minds
Student Minds is a volunteer led charity which provides support to students with eating disorders in universities up and down the country.
Last edited on 14 Jan 2014
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
Students Against Depression
The site has been developed in consultation with students who have been affected by depression, low mood or suicidal thoughts. Many of their stories and suggestions are included on the site.
An excellent resource for students and well worth visiting.
Last edited on 01 Nov 2011
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
The Student Room
Forum to discuss all things student. Click on the link above to access the mental health thread.
Last edited on 14 Jan 2014
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students
Think Positive about student mental health (NUS Scotland)
NUS Scotland is working on a new campaign to promote good mental health and tackle the negative attitudes that exist about mental ill health.
Last edited on 01 Nov 2011
Filed Under: National organisations/web sites providing support for students