Mental Health Search
I am feeling lonely
There are times in everyone's life when we feel lonely or isolated. You may feel emotionally cut off from those around you, or feel alone. Belonging and social-connectedness are key pillars of overall health individually and within community.
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I am concerned that my family member might get offended when I try to offer help
It is not unusual to hold concerns about saying or doing the 'wrong' thing when seeking to support another person. It can be helpful to remember that often your family member will need your listening presence rather than any specific advice you may offer.
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I don’t know where to direct my family member to for professional support. What are my options?
It can be confusing to know where the 'right' support outlet is for my family member.
We will do our best to direct you to the best suited internal or external support service.
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I don’t know what to do/say to my family member
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
― Maya Angelou
Oftentimes your family member will need you to provide a safe, listening space. IADT Student Supports can also provide supports to your family member as they go through challenging times.
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I am concerned about my friend/peer who appears to experience anxiety
Learn more about the available resources if you're concerned about someone who you think may be experiencing anxiety
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I am concerned about my family member who appears to experience low mood/depression
The below supports are available to an IADT student you are concerned may be experiencing low or depressive mood. We are here to support them and to signpost to external services as needed; for their physical and psychological wellbeing needs as a learner.
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I am concerned that I might say/do the wrong thing
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
― Maya Angelou
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I am concerned and I don’t know where to direct my friend/peer to for professional support
We are here to provide signposting information to the best-fit professional support options available at IADT. There are many different support services available at IADT including those for physical health, psychological health and learning/career progression.
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I am concerned and I don’t know what to say (listen)
Your presence will be invaluable to your friend/peer. Oftentimes this support is greater than any words you may offer. Further resources detailed below may guide you in your capacity to support your friend/peer.
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