If you would like to discuss any of these issues further or to seek support please contact us at ausaadvice@abdn.ac.uk
Depression:
Depression is a low mood that lasts for a long time and affects your everyday life.
In its mildest form, depression can mean just being in low spirits. It doesn’t stop you from leading your normal life but makes everything harder to do and seem less worthwhile. At its most severe, depression can be life-threatening because it can make you feel suicidal.
We all have times when our mood is low, and we’re feeling sad or miserable about life. Usually, these feelings pass in due course.
But if the feelings are interfering with your life and don't go away after a couple of weeks, or if they come back over and over again for a few days at a time, it could be a sign that you're experiencing depression and it might be a good idea to speak to someone about how you have been feeling.
If you would like to speak to someone please get in touch with the University Counselling Service (counselling@abdn.ac.uk), Student Helpline (UK - 0808 196 2707, Overseas - 00353 1518 0277) or AUSA Advice (ausaadvice@abdn.ac.uk).
Resources:
Student blogs about MH and depression -