Please note that these sites are not under our control. We do not, necessarily endorse all that they may say, however, we hope that they give you useful information and offer you the help that you are looking for.

Students against depression The site has been developed in consultation with students who have been affected by depression, low mood or suicidal thoughts. Many of their stories and suggestions are included on the site. www.studentdepression.org

This website has been set up by the Heads of the various Student Counselling Services in UK Universities www.student.counselling.co.uk

Provides an accessible tool to as wide an audience as possible, principally within higher education institutions, drawing together basic information on student mental health issues and acting as a 'signposting tool' to relevant work and resources in this field. www.studentmentalhealth.org.uk

UniversitiesUK - Guidelines for universities on developing policies to deal effectively with the mental health needs of students. www.universitiesuk.ac.uk

NIStudents.org is the online presence of NUS-USI, the representative body for post school education students in Northern Ireland. www.nistudents.org

Nightline is the student helpline in most Universities, the national website will have details of your local telephone number and opening hours. www.nightline.niss.ac.uk

National Drugs Helpline 24 hour information and advice for anyone concerned about drug or solvent misuse. Not a counselling service.  Freephone: 0800 77 66 00 www.ndh.org.uk

Students in Mind is a new national charity specifically for the 7 million students in Further and Higher Education. 1 in 4 students will experience some form of mental distress. Students in Mind is here to help the 1 in 4. phone 0207 664 2000 www.studentsinmind.org.uk

National helpline for young people under 25 helps them work out what they need most. Can put them in touch with places that can help - whatever the issue Freephone: 08 08 80 84994 (1pm-11pm) www.getconnected.org