Tutorial wc 6 /10: Mental Health
Tutorial: Mental Health
06/10/25
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Tutorial: Mental Health
06/10/25
A reminder of Stanmore College's Code of Conduct:
It is not permitted to smoke or vape in the toilets on the College site.
Loitering is also not permitted.
This behaviour is also expected OFF SITE. Please ensure you behave in an appropriate way with neighbours and nearby businesses.
020 8420 7701
If you can't come into college, make sure to call the Absence Notification line in the morning:
Who can I talk to at Stanmore College?
Counsellors -
Kanta Patel and Michelle Chester
Are you struggling and need to talk?
Come and make an appointment with us if you are worried about college, home life, relationship problems, anxiety, grief, and loss. We can offer you support.
Please come and see Student Services to arrange an appointment, alternatively you can ask your Progress Coach to refer you.
Who can I talk to at Stanmore College?
Senior Mental Health Lead/Pastoral Manager -
Vaishali Amurao
Student Adviser -
Shweta Sharma
Based in Student Services
Stanmore College is launching EmpowerMENt, an initiative focusing on Men's Mental Health.
Coming soon...
Men's Talking Group - don't go through things alone! Talk to others who might be feeling the same way as you
Creative Mindfulness Sessions - calm your mind with creative activities
and more to be announced!
What are some positive changes you could make to improve your mental health?
Things I can taste...
Things I can smell...
Things I can feel...
Things I can hear...
Things I can see...
Let's try the 5 4 3 2 1 Method now:
The theme of World Mental Health Day 2025 is
Overwhelm: when global events and relentless bad news become too much.
The world is going through a tough time right now and even if you're not directly affected by events, it can still feel like a lot to cope with. It's okay to ask for help, no matter what you, or anyone else is going through.
Let's take a look at some good news stories instead!
If you want to keep up to date with what's going on in the world, but would rather focus on the good, take a look at
Poster by Zayna Naiebe
Events:
Mindfulness Session 8.30am in the Sports Hall
Bracelet Making 11am - 1pm in the Student Lounge
MIND & Mental Health Support Team Info Stands 11am - 1pm in the Student Lounge
Digital Health Session 1pm - 2pm in the Overflow Room, run by students!
Mindful Gym 2pm in the Gym
The Mental Health M.O.T.
Grab some paper or use your notes app to keep track of your scores...
I feel overwhelmed by my emotions
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I am able to handle the level of stress I experience
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I have physical symptoms of anxiety, such as sweaty palms
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I don't have strong relationships with people I care about
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I am very self critical
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I struggle to identify and express my emotions
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I worry that if I confide in others, they won't be supportive
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
My mood is unstable
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I get upset or angry easily
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
I feel like I can't bounce back from setbacks
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
5 points
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
The Mental Health M.O.T.
Now add up your scores!
The Mental Health M.O.T.
If you scored...
0-12 points
13-29 points
30-38 points
Struggling - get in touch with Student Services, or speak to someone you trust
Struggling a bit - speak to your friends, and make some positive changes to your lifestyle
Coping - you're doing ok, but it could be worth seeing if there's anything you can do to feel even better!
The Mental Health M.O.T.
If you scored...
39-46 points
47-50 points
Coping well - it seems like you are managing stress and emotions quite well!
Flourishing - keep doing what you're doing!
Now it's time for a chat!
Get into pairs or threes - ask the people around you:
How are you feeling?
What would make you feel better?
What are you feeling good about?
