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How to be Happier

Unlock the path to greater happiness with our expert insights and practical tips on how to cultivate a more joyful and fulfilling life.

We’ve partnered with the NHS to bring you information on some of the most common issues our students face during their time at university.

Find out more about the symptoms, causes and support available from the NHS, the university and self-help resources.

NHS information 

Newcastle support

Wellbeing workshops

We offer a variety of helpful wellbeing workshops, throughout the academic year to help you maintain or improve your wellbeing while you study here at Newcastle.

Counselling support

Our Counselling Team support students through a provision of time-focused counselling, and by facilitating access to long-term counselling or specialist mental health care.

Self-help resources

Give it a Go

Give it a Go is an activity programme for all students and staff where you can try new things. It's open to all abilities and you don't need a membership.

5 steps to mental wellbeing

5 simple steps that you can take every single day to improve your mental wellbeing.

Sport and active wellbeing

Look after your physical health and mental wellbeing by taking part in our sport and active wellbeing activities.

Be Well@NCL

Be Well@NCL is a collection of tried and tested books we've chosen in partnership with our student health and wellbeing service and other health professionals. You and anyone at the university can borrow these books to help understand and manage your mental health and wellbeing.