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Category: Disclosure
Photo of Evie's reflection in a window with a backdrop of city lights

Photo of Evie's reflection in a window with a backdrop of city lightsMy 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
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Black and white photo of Taylor smilingTaylor's story

Support at a small and specialist campus - "I was made to feel at ease in an educational world I didn’t know I would ever be ready for."
5 Apr 2022

"It's good to talk"

Common advice given around mental health is not without difficulties for many.
9 Feb 2021

Developing school mental health services

UMHAN's response to the Early Day Motion 943 Funding for school counselling services
17 Nov 2020

I Chose To Disclose - Alex's story

"Disclosing has given me the confidence to...have that mental health conversation and to be more honest with myself when I am feeling low."
7 Jul 2020

Language and Terminology

4 Mar 2020

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

#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

The pressures of university and available support

Emmy Gilmour of The Recover Clinic writes about university for students with eating disorders.
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

Suffering in silence

Henry, a recent graduate, shares his experience of mental health difficulties at university.
7 Jan 2015

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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