Let's talk about mental health

By Lisa Clatworthy2019-04-18T10:03:00

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Mental health and preparing for university

While mental health statistics go up, funding for mental health services goes down. Against this background, what are the risks for students going to university this autumn and what support is available at university? This article examines the mental health landscape for students and looks at preparing youngsters to make the transition to higher education.

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