Kindness is defined by doing something towards yourself and others, motivated by genuine desire to make a positive difference. We know from the research that kindness and our mental health are deeply connected.
Mental Health Foundation
Research also shows that how we protect our mental health during the Coronavirus pandemic is going to be central to how we cope and recover from the psychological and social impacts, which are likely to outlast the physical symptoms of the virus.
No act of kindness is ever wasted
You can find out more about Mental Health Awareness week on the Mental Health Foundation's website and across social media with the hashtag #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
The university is here to support our students and staff
Students: If you have any concerns or would like to access support, the university's support services are available for you to use. The details of the Student Wellbeing Service and the Students' Union Advice Service can be found on our website.
Staff: If you have any concerns or would like to access support, the university's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is available for you to use, further details on its arrangements during the Coronavirus pandemic are available on the Staff FAQ page.
