MISU is committed to helping students through all aspects of their college life - this includes highlighting the importance of student wellbeing and minding your mental health.
Positive mental health is of utmost importance and making sure you are feeling good is key to a great college experience.
Taking care of your mental health can be difficult and there is no quick fix when you don’t feel 100%. It is important to talk to someone if you feel troubled in anyway.
The college collaborates on mental health awareness weeks with MISU and there are established services to help you anyway they can.
Now more than ever, it is important to stay connected and look after our mental health. If you are experiencing mental health or wellbeing difficulties, make sure you get advice or support as soon as possible. There are MISU and college supports, as well as a wealth of online resources listed below.
If you would like to talk to someone in MISU, Aisling and Laura, your Sabbats are here for you and can guide you towards supports available. Their contact information is available here or click on their name to book a virtual appointment with Aisling and Laura.
MIC students can avail of college counselling services, as well as Chaplaincy and Access Office. If you need these supports, or any other college supports, full details on how to make contact can be found here. These services support students through emotional distress, bereavements, stress as well as a range of everyday concerns.
For information on online mental health services and supports during Covid-19, read more on the HSE services portal
There are many different resources online that provide help and information. In September 2020, the government and Psychological Counsellors in Higher Education Ireland (PCHEI) launched a 24/7 text service which provides mental health support for 3rd level students - text HELLO to 50808 if you need support.
Others include Samaritans Ireland, with their 24 hour free phone service (call 116 123), Pieta House which also has a 24 hour phone support service (call 1800 247 247 or Text HELP to 51444), www.mentalhealthireland.ie , https://jigsaw.ie/ and on www.spunout.ie including the following Wellbeing article with advice on what you can do to improve your overall wellbeing.
Remember, you can always talk to someone if you are struggling.