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Self Help for Wellbeing

Welcome

This guide aims to provide a list of books and online resources that can help you. They have been recommended by librarians, counsellors and other professional support staff working for Heriot-Watt University. 

These resources are intended to complement the support that is available at each campus for staff and students:

  • Students, please see the Health and Wellbeing pages for guidance on what is available at your campus.
  • Staff, please visit the HR Your Wellbeing Hub on SharePoint (HWU username and password required)

This list is not exhaustive and there may be other resources you would find useful. If there are any items you think should be added to the list, please fill in the Wellbeing recommendations form. Your submissions are anonymous. 

A list of useful mobile apps is also available from the Student Wellbeing website.

If you have any suggestions for resources that can be added to this site, please let us know at libhelp@hw.ac.uk

Togetherall

Togetherall is an online place that provides a safe space online to get things off your chest, explore your feelings and learn how to improve and self-manage your mental health and wellbeing. It's available 24/7, is totally anonymous and provides online peer support. Go to togetherall.com and sign up with your university email address. You then choose an anonymous username for your time on Togetherall.

Feeling Good App

The Feeling Good App offers an award-winning, evidence-based audio programme centred around Positive Mental Training.  

Benefits:  

  • Improves sleep and concentration 
  • Boosts confidence and vitality 
  • Builds resilience to stress, anxiety and depression, 
  • Immediately helps calm the body and mind  
  • 15 years evidence-base from within the NHS 
  • Inclusive approach  
  • Anonymous

Contact studentwellbeing@hw.ac.uk for the login details. 

Student Wellbeing Services

There is a range of support and services available to students through Student Wellbeing Services, including Disability Advisors and qualified Counsellors. Visit their website to find out more and book appointments with trained staff. They've also put together a list of useful study and wellbeing apps.

Effective Learning Service

The Effective Learning Service provides support to students with their academic study skills. Members of the team can provide support with a range of skills, including structuring and writing assignments, time management and presentation skills. To find out more visit the website.