Mental Health Wednesday
What do we need to stay mentally healthy? What help is available and what can we do if we ourselves or people in our environment are psychologically burdened?
The Psychological Advisory Service offers a series of events at which those affected, their relatives or other interested parties can talk to specialists with experience in the subject.
A maximum of 15 people can take part in each event. Therefore, registration is necessary:
- By e-mail to beratung((at))studierendenwerk.uni-kassel.de
- In person at the information desk of the Studierendenwerk in the Campus Center (Mon.-Thurs. 10am-3pm, Fr. 10am-12 noon) Moritzstraße 18, Ground floor
November, 6: Relaxation – but how?
2-3.30 pm
Learn and try relaxation techniques – this workshop will show you how progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), guided imagery, and various breathing techniques work.
Exercise mats will be provided. However, if you tend to get cold, bring a blanket.
Moderation: Lisa Hahn (Psychological Advising, Studierendenwerk)
Location: Raum für Bewegung, K 10, Henschelstr. 2, Room 0143
The workshop will be held in German. If you can't participate because of the language but need support: Our Psychological Advisory Service has a sympathetic ear for you.
December, 11: Leave of absence due to illness - useful, superfluous, necessary?
2-3:30 pm
Have you ever thought about taking a semester off? We talk about the pros and cons of taking a semester off, what to look out for when applying, and how students can finance a leave of absence.
Moderation: Madeleine Weber (Psychological Advising, Studierendenwerk) and Concetta Mugavero (Social Advising, Studierendenwerk)
Location: Meeting Room, Max Kade Haus, Universitätsplatz 1, at the top of the stairs next to LEO
The workshop will be held in German. If you can't participate because of the language but need support: Our Psychological Advisory Service has a sympathetic ear for you.
January, 22: How to deal with mental illness in the family
2-3.30 pm
Between love and stress: What to do when family members are mentally ill? How to deal with it? We will share our experiences and difficulties in an atmosphere of trust and provide information about support services in your area.
Moderation: Michael Ullrich (PfiF, Psychisch fit in Familien), Britta Nimis and Helen Messelken (Psychological Advising, Studierendenwerk)
Location: Meeting Room, Max Kade Haus, Universitätsplatz 1, at the top of the stairs next to LEO
The workshop will be held in German. If you can't participate because of the language but need support: Our Psychological Advisory Service has a sympathetic ear for you.
February, 5: Depression - let's talk about it!
2-3.30 pm
Just in a bad mood or really sick? We explain the characteristics of depression, provide self-assessment tools, and show where people with depression can get help.
Moderation: Benjamin Riedel (Psychological Advising, Studierendenwerk)
Location: Meeting Room, Max Kade Haus, Universitätsplatz 1, at the top of the stairs next to LEO
The workshop will be held in German. If you can't participate because of the language but need support: Our Psychological Advisory Service has a sympathetic ear for you.