Psychological and emotional wellbeing
Resources and support for staff
Taking care of our psychological and emotional health is just as important as maintaining our physical health. This page outlines the many resources that are available to you should you need advice, support or guidance for either yourself, a colleague or friend.
Stress and anxiety
Explore support from Warwick for managing stress and anxiety, and see useful external resources.
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Neurodiversity peer support group for staff
This group aims to create a safe and confidential space for members of staff who would like support with their neurodivergent experiences and general wellbeing.
Wellbeing peer support group for staff
Through connection, trust and open dialogue we can enhance our own wellbeing and support others. See how you can share your experiences and knowledge in a safe, confidential and respectful space at the Warwick Wellbeing Peer Support Group.
Wellbeing Masterclass
Join a Wellbeing Masterclass to learn more about how to proactively manage your wellbeing. The video masterclass can be accessed anytime and will explore topics such as: managing change and uncertainty, how to feel more in control and work more effectively, connecting with the Warwick community, and much more.
Togetherall
Togetherall is a safe place to talk, share and support others like you. It's an anonymous community where members can:
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Access 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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Trained professionals available 24/7 to keep the community safe
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Self-assessments & recommended resources
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Creative tools to help express how you’re feeling
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Wide range of self-guided courses to do at your own pace
Togetherall is free for all members of staff to join.
Thrive at Work
The Thrive at Work award is a recognition of the commitment to the wellbeing of all staff by taking an active role in supporting physical and mental health in the workplace. See our results summary and plan of action.
Employee Assistance Programme
Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is a confidential support service designed to help the University of Warwick workforce deal with personal and professional problems that could be affecting your home life or work life, health and general wellbeing.Health Assured offers cover for you and (in certain circumstances) your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Their services include:
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Life support: Unlimited access to counselling for emotional problems and a pathway to structured telephone counselling or face-to-face counselling sessions (employees only) at your convenience.
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Legal information: For any issues that cause anxiety or distress including debt management, accountancy, lawsuits, consumer disputes, property or neighbour legalities (employees only).
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Bereavement support: Health Assured offers qualified and experienced counsellors who can help with grief and related stress plus a team of legal advisors to help with legal issues.
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Medical information: Qualified nurses are on hand to offer advice on a range of medical or health-related issues. They can’t diagnose but can offer a sympathetic ear and practical information and advice.
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CBT online: We recognise the value of self-help tools in dealing with a range of issues, which is why we have a range of CBT self-help modules, informative factsheets and invaluable advice videos from leading qualified counsellors.
Wisdom App
The EAP also has a health and wellbeing mobile app called Wisdom, which is available for employees to download and use. This provides confidential support and the option for contact via live chat, video call, helpline or to request contact.It also provides an enhanced set of wellbeing tools and engaging features, such as:
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Weekly Mood Tracker: helping you to track mood on a weekly basis in relation to finance, physical and general wellbeing.
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Four week Plans: Quitting smoking, losing weight and coping with pressure.
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Mini Health Checks: Height & weight, sleep and mental health.
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Breathing techniques: Guided breathing exercises
Self-help resources
You can also access self help resources which have been developed by Wellbeing and Student Support and colleagues. The following self help resources aim to help you to maintain your mental and emotional wellbeing:-
Domestic violence Self Care following Assault Booklet_.pdf
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Eco-anxiety: a fear or anxiety of environmental damage caused by humans or extreme weather events. Find out more below.
Eco-anxiety: What it is and how to manage it (medicalnewstoday.com)
Turning eco-anxiety into positive action (bupa.co.uk)
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Link opens in a new window
Disability Support for Staff
For further information and guidance for staff about the Disability Framework and reasonable adjustments available at the university, please visit here.
Staff Networks
We have a range of staff networks at Warwick, including a Disabled Staff Network.
NHS approved apps
These are some apps we have selected from the NHS free app library. They are from trusted sources and free to download.
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Anxiety: Catch It – Make sense of moods on the App Store (apple.com) will help you learn to manage anxiety and depression. It shows how to look at problems in a different way, and turn negative thoughts into positive one.
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Communication: Equoo Game – Conquer Anxiety with eQuoo - uses adventure games to help increase emotional fitness and teach psychological skills. You will discover tips to communicate effectively and maintain your mental wellbeing. Cove: music for mental health on the App Store (apple.com) is currently being tested by the NHS, it lets you express your mood in music rather than words.
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Loneliness: Togetherall app offers an online community 24/7 for people who are stressed, anxious or feeling low. You will need your Warwick email to log in, but support is anonymous and not reported back in any way to Warwick.
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Positivity: Feeling Good: Mental Health on the App Store (apple.com)offers audio tracks to help you relax your body and mind. It builds confidence, energy and a positive mindset.
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Relaxation: Chill Panda – Reducing anxiety and improving well being in Children through a fun gaming appis currently being tested in the NHS. It helps you to relax, manage your worries and improve your wellbeing. It helps you to measure your heart rate and suggests tasks to suit your state of mind, along with breathing techniques and light exercise.
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Self-control: My Possible Self: The Mental Health App helps you to take control of thoughts, feelings and behaviour. You can manage your fear, anxiety and stress, and record and track your behaviour to better understand your mental health.
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Self-harm: Home - Calm Harm App is designed to help people resist or manage self -harm. It is a private and password-protected service. Distract Link opens in a new windowoffers quick, easy and discreet access to info and advise about self-harm and suicidal thoughts
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Sleep: Pzizz | Sleep at the push of a button helps to calm mind, fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up refreshed. It can help you sleep better at night or take power naps during the day.
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Stress: SilverCloud | OSF HealthCare offers a free online 8 week course to help manage stress, anxiety and depression - complete in own time and at your own pace. Stress & Anxiety Companion on the App Store (apple.com) helps you to handle stress and anxiety on the go, using breathing exercises, music and games to clam the mind. Home - The Thrive Approach to social and emotional wellbeing is a game based app to prevent and manage stress and anxiety. It helps you to relax before a stressful situation, or on a regular basis to live more stress-free life.
External support available
There are lots of resources available to you outside of the University that can help you to maintain your psychological and emotional health. You can learn more about them, and access them, through Wellbeing and Student Support.Link opens in a new window