If you’re struggling and feel you might be experiencing mental illness it’s really important to get help. Early intervention is crucial to being and staying well. Please remember nothing is ever hopeless- it’s just about getting the right help at the right time and as quickly as possible.
Visiting your GP at the University Medical Centre is a good first step. It can feel a daunting prospect but please try not to worry about it. All the doctors here are friendly, approachable and experienced in treating mental health problems. Your GP might talk to you about psychological therapies or discuss medication in some cases. There is a Mental Health Nurse Specialist here who might see you for assessment or ongoing treatment too.
The University have lots of support as well including the counselling service, wellbeing advisors attached to your school, the Mental Health Support Team and your personal tutor can also help you pastorally. There’s further information outlined here: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/services/cds/ as well as some useful self-help material.
IAPT is a national initiative to improve access to psychological therapies. The service provides psychological assessment and treatment (talking therapies) for common mental health problems. There’s further information here: https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/letstalkwellbeing
