Social anxiety can affect everyday activities, self-confidence, relationships and work or school life. Many people occasionally worry about social situations, but someone with social anxiety feels overly worried before, during and after them. This episode discusses how to identify signs of social anxiety and how to live with it.

Starting University is an exciting time, but it can also be a little overwhelming especially if you are an international student or are moving away from home for the first time. This episode discusses how to prepare for University and what to expect when you arrive in Aberdeen.

Men’s health week is celebrated every year to encourage men and boys to speak out and seek help about health issues or concerns they have. To mark this occasion, we are dedicating this episode to men's mental health. This episode will discuss the stigma with men's mental health and the importance of reducing it. Content Warning: The episode talks about the personal experience of mental health struggles.

Revising for exams can be stressful if you are feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information you are trying to remember. Good time management can help you to feel in control and learn more effectively. This episode discusses practical ways to reduce exam stress and get the most out of your revision sessions.

University life can be busy so it’s important to protect and prioritise our mental health and wellbeing. Our mental health affects all aspects of our lives and affects how we think, feel, and act. This episode will discuss prioritising your mental health at University and the support available for students.

For many of us social media has become a huge part of lives. It’s a place where we connect with each other, can access news and information, and is often used for businesses to market and sell products. There are many advantages to the use social media but the pressure of constantly being switched on or feeling like you need to the lead the perfect life can have a detrimental effect on our wellbeing. This episode will discuss digital wellbeing and how to deal with the pressures of social...

As you approach the end of your University journey you will likely be thinking what next? Where do I go from here and what does the future look like? To some the prospect is exciting. For others it can be an overwhelming and anxious time.

Lifestyle is defined by Oxford dictionary as ‘the way in which a person lives.’ This includes both personal interests and behaviours such as what we eat, how active we are, substance use and sleep. This episode discusses lifestyle choices and the effect they have on your wellbeing.

Living with a disability is challenging and can make life more demanding. However, living with a disability that is hidden or invisible can add another layer of challenges. This episode will discuss what it is like to live with a hidden disability and how as a society we can be more aware and inclusive.

Have you ever felt that you don’t know what you are doing at University or that you are going to be ‘caught out’ sooner or later? This feeling is very common and something that many of us struggle with. It can affect anyone at any level regardless of their experience. This episode will discuss Imposter Syndrome and how to overcome it.

It may seem obvious, but sleep is hugely important when you’re studying. Getting a good night’s sleep (7-9 hours) will help you to learn at your best, improve your state of mind and hopefully feel happier. This episode discusses prioritising sleep and how to increase your chances of getting a good night’s sleep.

Being able to organise your time allows you to feel in control and learn more effectively. Good time management can also help to reduce stress and exam anxiety. This episode will discuss how to study effectively and how to manage our time.

Our physical health is not just about keeping active it also includes what we eat and drink. What we eat effects how we look, how we feel and how we function day to day. This episode will discuss the impact of diet and nutrition on our wellbeing.

Alcohol can have a big effect on our bodies, our lives and those we love, even without us realising it. This episode discusses the link between alcohol and your health both physically and mentally.

Creating a good study life balance is essential to avoid a burnout and maximising your full academic ability. It is not easy to do and is particularly challenging in the current climate when more and more of us are working or studying from home. This episode will discuss finding the right balance and how to maintain it.

This episode will discuss challenges faced by the LGBTQI+ community in education with a particularly focus on mental health and wellbeing. This episode is being recorded as part of the university events scheduled for LGBT History Month 2021.

Being physical active brings a wealth of benefits not only to our physical health but to our mental health too. A short burst of 10 minutes' brisk walking can help to increase energy levels and lift our mood. This episode discusses the impact and benefits of physical activity on mental wellbeing.

This episode discusses accessibility at University for disabled students through the lens of Covid19. The episode was recorded as part of the University's events scheduled for Disability History Month 2020. Transcript available online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/bewell-podcasts-5089.php

The holidays may be something you look forward to, or it may be a time of year you find a bit tough. For some the expectation to be joyful and full of festive spirt can bring anxiety and sadness. This episode will discuss loneliness and isolation over the holidays. Transcript available online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/bewell-podcasts-5089.php

Adapting to studying at home can be challenging and for many of us has brought a whole new level of academic stress. This episode will discuss managing stress and learning effectively at home. Transcripts available online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/bewell-podcasts-5089.php

In this episode, we speak to staff and students at the University about the various ways that lockdown can lead to feelings of anxiety, and how we can get better at adjusting to the ‘new normal’. A 35 minute listen with relatable stories and advice. Transcript available at: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/bewell-4038.php#panel4943

This episode will discuss mental health through the lens of race issues. Support is available for our student community, find out more: www.abdn.ac.uk/students/student-life. Please note some areas discussed in this episode may be upsetting for some listeners. Transcript available at: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/bewell-4038.php#panel4943