UNITED KINGDOM - Universities brace for rise in student mental health issues

Title:

Universities brace for rise in student mental health issues

 

Author:

Will Hazell for iNews

 

Published:

University World News, 10 October 2020

https://www.universityworldnews.com/post.php?story=20201010212702307

 

From the article:

Universities are bracing themselves for a sharp increase in the number of students suffering mental health problems. Given the turmoil of recent months, the lingering health threat and students being largely confined to their rooms, vice-chancellors are promising more support than ever.

Rising student mental health problems need urgent action

Title:

Rising student mental health problems need urgent action

 

Author:

Lesley Andrew

 

Published:

University World News, 19 September 2020

https://www.universityworldnews.com/post.php?story=20200918101649827

 

From the article:

Prompted by rising reports of student distress and suicide, universities are becoming increasingly responsive to the mental health and well-being needs of their students.

 

TEDxSalem (January 2020) - The case for student mental health days

Title:
The case for student mental health days

Presenter:
Hailey Hardcastle

Presented:
TEDxSalem, January 2020
https://www.ted.com/talks/hailey_hardcastle_the_case_for_student_mental_health_days

Description:
"School can be rife with stress, anxiety, panic attacks and even burnout — but there's often no formal policy for students who need to prioritize their well-being. Hailey Hardcastle explains why schools should offer mental health days and allow students time to practice emotional hygiene without stigma. Follow along to learn how she and a team of fellow teens transformed their advocacy into law."