Student Handbook - Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Keeping Connected

There are 5 steps to improve your mental health and wellbeing:

Step 1 - Connect with people

Good relationships are important. They can:

• help you belong and give you self-worth
• give you chances to share good experiences
• give you support and help you to support others

Step 2 - Be active

Being fit is good for your physical health and mental wellbeing. It can help you by:

• raising your self-esteem
• helping you to set goals and achieve
• make changes in your brain to change your mood

Step 3 - Learn new skills

Learning new skills can improve your wellbeing by:

• boosting your confidence and raising self-esteem
• giving you a sense of purpose
• helping you connect with others

Step 4 - Give to others

Being kind and giving to others can help by:

• making you feel positive and feel rewarded
• giving you a sense of purpose
• helping you connect with others

Step 5 - Take notice

Paying attention to the present moment or being mindful can help you to enjoy life and understand yourself better.