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Mental Health Advisers: a vital role in supporting student mental health

Dr. Rachel Spacey, UMHAN’s Policy and Engagement Officer, writes about her research into the roles and benefits of Mental Health Advisers.

17 Oct 2024

Working together: UMHAN's new research collaboration guidance

Rachel Spacey, UMHAN's Policy & Engagement Officer writes about how we work in collaboration to support members and students

13 Feb 2024

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My experience accessing mental health support at university

It was game-changing for me when I disclosed my illness to the uni – the first step to being able to thrive in education.

22 Nov 2023

Uni Mental Health Day 2023 - introducing Clinical Governance

UMHAN Trustee Phil Scarffe outlines the student mental health landscape in 2023, and crucial elements of our new guidance.

8 Mar 2023

Uni Mental Health Day 2021 - "Together"

Written by UMHAN trustee Hannah Wilson this post reflects on the work of our members and the long term impact of inequality on mental health.

4 Mar 2021

UMHAN helps students access mental health facilities at UK universities

Marta Polizzi, UMHAN Co-ordinator speaks to Duncan Little.

10 Apr 2019

Conflicts within the mental health mentor role

Kate Noble, Specialist Mental Health Mentor, shares some reflections on the role.

1 May 2018

Not special treatment, but Reasonable Adjustments

Research suggests an increase in the number of students receiving adjustments due to mental health. UMHAN members share their expertise.

13 Jul 2017

Supporting students with experience of sexual violence

Lisa Brooks-Lewis, Mental Health Manager, talks about her experience developing policies and training on the topic of sexual violence.

7 Jul 2017

What’s the point of Mental Health Mentoring?

Lydia Pell, UMHAN Chair, speaks at Universities UK Conference.

22 Mar 2017

UMHAN presents at Westminster Briefing

On January 31 2017, our Development and Operations Worker, Miriam Chappell, presented at the Westminster Briefing conference.

20 Feb 2017

UMHAN and the ProtectED Code of Practice

The ProtectED Code of Practice was launched on Monday 6th February as a new accreditation scheme for universities to measure student safety.

14 Feb 2017

UMHAN and Universities UK

UMHAN has been working as a key player in developing a new project focusing on Higher Education student and staff mental health and wellbeing.

19 Dec 2016

UMHAN training: Behavioural Intervention Teams

On November 25th 2016, UMHAN organised a free training day for members.

6 Dec 2016

UMHAN to give evidence on mental health to the Youth Select Committee

Dan Doran, will appear before the Youth Select Committee to contribute oral evidence for its inquiry into mental health.

25 Jun 2015

#IChoseToDisclose: How to prepare?

Who to disclose to? When to disclose? What to disclose? We answer some of the questions you might have about disclosing your mental health condition.

18 Feb 2015

#IChoseToDisclose: What to expect?

What you should expect when disclosing as we encourage you to think about your rights.

18 Feb 2015

#IChoseToDisclose: What if?

For UMHD 2015 we have compiled a list to help students make an informed decision disclosing information about their mental health condition.

12 Feb 2015

Complex Needs and Dual Diagnosis All Party Parliamentary Group

20 Jan 2015

Suffering in silence

Henry, a recent graduate, shares his experience of mental health difficulties at university.

7 Jan 2015

'Year-abroad students say universities don’t offer enough support'

What support is there for students who are on placements?

19 Dec 2014

Support available at university

University can be challenging but specialist support is available. Make yourself aware of the support that exists.

21 Oct 2014

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