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Being a student can be a tricky time to manage and one that can be filled with lots of different pressures. Take time to care for yourself and friends during this new adventure.

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Managing anxiety at university

A quick rundown of things you can do to take care of yourself and manage your anxiety at university.

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Coping strategies: children and young people

Don’t forget it’s not only adults who have to cope with stress, worry and anxiety.

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How to help your child beat exam stress

41% of children have experienced stress relating to homework and over 1/3 relating to exams.

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How to support young people with financial stress

Young people are increasingly feeling the pressure of financial stress.

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School’s out: A short guide to managing summer holiday stress

Although the kids are pumped for six-weeks out of school, parents and carers may feel quite the opposite.

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Young people are turning to social media apps in bed to avoid emotions

Young people are using social media apps in bed before they go to sleep to avoid facing difficult feelings.

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How to manage the financial stress of the school summer holidays

If you’re a parent or carer, you may be starting to worry about childcare during the summer holidays.

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Feeling nervous about going back to school?

Anxiety for going back to school, college, university or work after a period of time off due to illness, bereavement, conflict or holiday is understandable.

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Tips for staying well as a student

Our top tips for staying well as a student living away from home.

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Tips for responding to anxiety triggers

Understand the 3 common thinking traps and learn how to manage these.

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Living with social anxiety?

Social anxiety is long term condition that can affect everyday activities, self-confidence, relationships and work or school life.

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Tips for managing financial stress

Our top 3 suggestions if you are worried about your finances and the affects it's having on your mental health.

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