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Self-Care in Student Life

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University life can be challenging, which makes taking care of your mental well-being especially important. The Psychological Student Advisory Service offers a range of services designed to support students throughout their studies. These services are not only intended for students with mental health conditions but also for anyone looking to develop strategies to cope with stress, challenges, or difficult life situations.

Coaching Groups

Through the Toolkit for Studying, the Psychological Student Advisory Service offers various coaching groups. In small groups, students work together with psychologists on challenges they encounter during their studies. The sessions focus on developing practical strategies and skills to manage common academic difficulties such as procrastination, stress, and exam anxiety.

More information about the toolkit

Counseling

The Psychological Counseling Team (PSBE) supports students in identifying individual problems and developing solutions. Whether it's about finding a balance between university stress and free time, overcoming work blocks or getting through everyday student life with greater satisfaction - the team offers support through confidential discussions and various offers of help.

Link to psychological counseling

Online offers

As an alternative to face-to-face events and lectures, online materials are also available that can be used flexibly from home. The content covers topics such as "Motivation and procrastination", "Thoughts, feelings and relaxation" and "Exam preparation and exam anxiety".

To the online offers

Lecture series and workshops

In addition to coaching groups, the Psychological Student Advisory Service also offers lectures and workshops on current topics relating to studying and mental health. These include the "Mental Health Week" and the English-language workshop series "Exam Survival Kit".

Link to lecture series and workshops

More Information on counseling and psychological support offers: 

Psychological Student Advisory Service at TU Dortmund UniversityPsychological Counselling offered by the Studierendenwerk Dortmund