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Glyndwr UniversityStudent Guide; Self HelpStudent Support CentreSonia Frowde

IndexPageUseful Contacts 1Culture Shock 2Time Management Skills 3Time Management Templates 4Examination Preparation 5Examination Preparation / Revision 6Writing Assignments 7TIPS FOR GOOD ACADEMIC WRITING 8Anxiety and Panic Attacks 9Relaxation Exercises (for anxiety) 10Alcohol and Substance misuse 1 (Alcohol) 11Alcohol and Substance misuse 2 (Substances) 13Depression 15Eating Disorders 17Anorexia 17Bulimia 18Binge Eating Disorder 19i

Useful ContactsGlyndwr UniversityMain Reception8 th Floor Hannibal HouseElephant and CastleLondonSE1 6TEStudent Welfare OfficerName Extension Email LocationSonia Frowde 141 s.frowde@glyndwr.ac.uk 11 th FloorCareers Support OfficerName Extension Email LocationRobson Dos Santos 141 r.santos@glyndwr.ac.uk 11 th FloorProgramme Coordinators – Programmes Office (4 th Floor, Room Q)Name Extension Email LocationBhavasree Kundurti 135 b.kundurti@glyndwr.ac.uk 4 th FloorRoberta Carvalho 135 r.carvalho@glyndwr.ac.uk 4 th FloorRuth Andes 124/135 a.andes@glywndr.ac.uk 4 th FloorSaktima Thattanah 127 s.thattanah@glyndwr.ac.uk 4 th FloorBushan Mohan 124 b.mohan@glyndwr.ac.uk 4 th FloorKushboo Puri 121 k.puri@glyndwr.ac.uk 4 th floorProgramme LeadersName Extension Email LocationDr Muke Ferguson(Academic and StudentSupport & Research Lead) 120 m.ferguson@glyndwr.ac.uk4 th FloorMr Miguel Costa(BA Travel &Tourism) 139 m.costa@glywndr.ac.uk 11 th FloorMr Rajib Mustofa(BA Business Programmes) 107 r.mustofa@glyndwr.ac.uk 4 th FloorDr Sumesh Dadwal11 th Floor(MBA) 138 s.dadwal@glyndwr.ac.ukMr Parvez Jurgon(Computing) 104 p.jurgon@glyndwr.ac.uk 8 th FloorAcademic Quality Glyndwr University LondonName Extension Email LocationDr Roman Puchkov 123 r.puchkov@glyndwr.ac.uk 8 th FloorAcademic Head Glyndwr University LondonName Extension Email LocationJohn Poulton 103 j.poulton@glyndwr.ac.uk 8 th Floor1

Culture ShockLiving and studying in a new country can be both exciting and frightening. We want your time here to beenjoyable, however, we recognize that adapting to a new society, culture, language and different way ofstudying may be difficult at times.Symptoms of Culture Shock include:Feelings of emptiness, hopelessness, helplessness, sadness and worthlessnessLoss of identityIrregular eating and sleepingExtreme homesicknessDifficulties with concentration, memory, and decision-makingIf you experience any of the above, you may wish to book an appointment to speak with the Student Welfare Officer(Student Support Centre 11 th Floor) or your Tutor.We are here to listen and to help you adapt to your new environment.Self Help Strategies:1. Recognize that this is a normal experience2. Keep in regular contact with home e.g. emails, letters, phone calls3. Have familiar things around you that have personal meaning e.g. photographs or ornaments.4. Find a supplier of familiar food.5. Eat a healthy and balanced diet.6. Take regular exercise.7. Make friends with other international (and local) students,8. Be prepared to take the first step and find activities which will give you a common interest with UK students e.g.sports, music or volunteering.9. Take advantage of all the help that is offered by your institution10. Link with your faith community11. Investigate the Students’ Union and its societies.12. Above all find some-one to talk to who will listen uncritically and with understanding, rather than isolating yourself(UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)2

Time Management SkillsTime management is an important part of your University life. You will need to develop skills in managingyour academic, work and social life. You need to allocate yourself enough time so that you complete allyour assignments on the given deadline and that you have revised properly for exams.You can self-assess your time management skills with the following questionnaireRead each statement and choose the word below ("never," "occasionally," "often," or "always") that bestdescribes your behaviour. Write the corresponding number in the blank space before each statement.Never -1 Occasionally-2 Often-3 Always-41.___ I feel I have to "cram" before an exam.2. ___ My homework is turned in on time.3. ___ I think I get enough sleep.4. ___ I stay awake all night before assignment deadlines and exams5. ___ I plan activities with friends or family for a couple of nights a week and spend the amount oftime with them that I planned.6. ___ When I'm working on an assignment, I put off writing until a few days before it's due.7. ___ I cancel social activities because I feel I don't have enough time.8. ___ I get my papers in on time.9. ___ I find myself making a lot of excuses to my Lecturers about why my work isn't done.10. ___ I feel comfortable about how I use time now.11. ___ I feel that something is hanging over my head, that I'll never have enough time to do thework assigned.12. ___ I feel tired.Score A: Add up the numbers for questions 1, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, and 12.Score B: Add up the numbers for questions 2, 3, 5, 8, and 10.If Score A is greater than Score B, you are probably a procrastinator. If Score A isless than Score B, you manage your time well. If the scores are equal, you mayprocrastinate at times, but procrastination is not a habit.Self Help Strategies:1. Make a list2. Prioritize tasks3. Use a time management scheduler to help you (see given examples)3

Time Management TemplatesUse this table to help plan your weekly activitiesammon tues wed thur fripmUse the table below to help you prioritize tasksNOT URGENTURGENTIMPORTANTSTART ITDO ITNOT IMPORTANTLEAVE ITDELEGATE IT (ask someone else to do it)4

Examination PreparationIt is likely that you will have to take an examination at some point during your course. Ensuring that youhave given yourself enough time to prepare is vital.Consider some of the following exam preparation tips1. Design yourself a ‘revision’ timetable2. Be disciplined and maintain your timetable3. Set yourself revision targets and ‘reward’ yourself if you meet them4. Make sure you get enough sleep!Revision TechniquesRevision is not just reading. There are several ways in which you can revise;‣ Write down key points and say them aloud‣ Test yourself or ask someone else to test you‣ Draw diagrams / visual pictures if you find them easier to remember‣ Write out different formulae‣ Use post it notes (with key points)‣ Use colour pens / highlighters to help you with key points‣ Complete a topic before you move onto revising the nextExamination TechniquesThe Day / Night Before the Exam‣ Re-read all of your key revision notes‣ Make sure you have all of your equipment ready e.g. enough pens / pencils, calculator (if allowed)‣ Pack your student ID card‣ Go over important formulae‣ Try to relax the night before‣ Get enough sleep‣ Remember to set your alarm clock!Day of the Exam‣ Make sure you have something to eat and drink‣ Make sure you leave / arrive on time‣ Ensure that you check the location of the exam‣ Remember mobile phones, i-pads are not allowed in the examination room‣ You will need to leave your coats and bags in a separate room (which will be locked)During the Exam‣ Put all your equipment on your desk (so that the invigilator can see)‣ Make sure that you put your name and ID number on all answer booklets‣ Read all instructions carefully‣ Ensure you read through all questions carefully‣ Write as neatly as you can (for clarity)5

Writing AssignmentsAcademic writing is: clear and explicit about the subject objective and detached about the arguments and conclusions drawn rationalAcademic writing uses: evidence (correctly referenced) to support the arguments or question perspectives a critical approach to the subjectIntroduction: should;Contain a brief explanation of the topic and contextIdentify the main themes or conceptsOutline what the topic means – its relevanceDescribe the approach to the topicSet a clear direction and structure to the essayMain BodyContains all the points to be made in the argument and presentation of the material in a series of paragraphsWhat is a paragraph?A paragraph is series of sentences;the first sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraphthe other sentences develop the topic of the paragraph: use relevant definitions, examples,details, evidence, quotations, citationsthe final sentence leads up to the next paragraph - use transition words (see handout on theStudy Skills page on Moodle) to indicate to the reader the ‘route map’ of the essayNB a paragraph is longer than one sentence and shorter than a whole page!ConclusionContains no new material. It is a reminder of: the question posed in the essay title the important features of the argument main themes is a summary of : the main points the specific evidence presented explains the significance of the conclusions what general points can be drawn from the writing as a whole? The conclusion should clearly signal to the reader that the piece of writing is completed and leave a clearimpression that the purpose of the text has been achieved. Remember to refer back to your title – you coulduse words from the question to prove that you have answered the whole question. Think about the lasting impression your reader will have.7

TIPS FOR GOOD ACADEMIC WRITINGUse source materials – you do not have an opinion – you must remain emotionally neutral and use evidence (allreferenced) from lecture notes; reading, case studies. Avoid writing in the first person. This means avoiding the useof phrases like ‘I think’ or ‘I agree’. Instead use the third person, ‘It can be argued that’ for example, sounds moreacademic. Other useful phrases might be ‘It can be seen that’, It has been found that’.Be cautious Academic writing generally sounds cautious in drawing conclusions. For example a writer might say‘the evidence suggests that’ rather than ‘this proves that’. Use the full form of words and phrases, not contractionslike ‘don’t’ or can’t’.Be precise Avoid phrases like ‘some people disagree’ and ‘some psychologists agree that’. Give the reader enoughdetail for them to know exactly what you are talking about.Avoid ‘lazy’ words such as got, did and nice. For example, rather than saying ‘a lot of research was done’ say‘extensive research was conducted’. Rather than saying ‘Jones did a study’ say ‘Jones conducted research’.Avoid slang and colloquialisms.Avoid unnecessary words and phrases such as ‘a man called Jones (2005) …’ Simply say ‘Jones (2005) found…’Develop an academic vocabulary You will already be coming across new terms in your course. Don’t use theseterms without understanding them but if you do use them appropriately your writing tends to sound more precise andhence more academic.If you use someone else’s ideas then you should reference them. To try and pass ideas off as your own is calledplagiarism. Even if you put the ideas into your own words they still belong to the original author and this should beacknowledged. You can do this as follows: ‘as Jones (2005) argues’ or you can give a direct quote followed by theauthor’s name, date and page number of the quote. Use quotes sparingly.Proof read your work. Reading it out loud is an excellent way to check the style.(These guidelines and a number of others are available on moodle)8

Anxiety and Panic AttacksAbout 1 in every 10 people will have some troublesome anxiety at some point in their lives. Anxiety maydevelop during your studies, particularly around examination / assignment deadlines.Symptoms of anxiety include:stressagitationpanicavoidanceirrational fears (of losing control, phobias, health concerns)excessive worry (ruminations and obsessions)sleep or eating problemsdepressionPanic attacksPanic attacks are unpredictable, sudden and intense attacks of anxiety. The feelings come on suddenly and reach apeak in 10 minutes or less. You may feel:that you are going to diefrightened or 'going crazy' or losing controlshort of breath and that you are choking.heart palpitationstrembling / shakingchest pain or discomfortsweatingnausea or upset stomachdizzy, light-headed or faintSelf Help Strategies:1. If you feel that you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, it is important to book an appointment withyour GP. Speaking to the Student Welfare Officer may also be beneficial.2. Avoid substances that aggravate ‘anxiety e.g. caffeine, nicotine, salt3. Take regular exercise4. You may also practice several relaxation exercises (see relaxation exercises page 3)5. NHS Choices offer a range of wellbeing audio guides to help with anxiety and panichttp://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/Pages/moodzone-mental-wellbeing-audioguides.aspx9

Relaxation Exercises (for anxiety)Breathing Exercise:a) put your writing hand on your stomach and the other hand on your chest,b) breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Remember…jaw relaxed, breathe low and slowc) Do this for approximately 5 minutes three times per day.d) Remember to: 1) monitor your breathing rate, 2) practise the breathing exercise, and 3) monitor yourbreathing rate againPracticing deep breathing meditationThe key to deep breathing is to breathe deeply from the abdomen, getting as much fresh air as possible in yourlungs. When you take deep breaths from the abdomen, rather than shallow breaths from your upper chest, youinhale more oxygen. The more oxygen you get, the less tense, short of breath, and anxious you feel.Sit comfortably with your back straight. Put one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach.Breathe in through your nose. The hand on your stomach should rise. The hand on your chest should movevery little.Exhale through your mouth, pushing out as much air as you can while contracting your abdominal muscles.The hand on your stomach should move in as you exhale, but your other hand should move very little.Continue to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Try to inhale enough so that yourlower abdomen rises and falls. Count slowly as you exhaleVisualization meditation for stress reliefVisualization, or guided imagery, is a variation on traditional meditation that requires you to employ not onlyyour visual sense, but also your sense of taste, touch, smell, and sound. When used as a relaxationtechnique, visualization involves imagining a scene in which you feel at peace, free to let go of all tensionand anxiety.Choose whatever setting is most calming to you, whether it’s a tropical beach, a favourite childhood spot, ora quiet wooded glen. You can do this visualization exercise on your own in silence or while listening tosoothing music. To help you employ your sense of hearing you can download sounds that match yourchosen setting—the sound of ocean waves if you’ve chosen a beach, for example.Close your eyes and let your worries drift away. Imagine your restful place. Picture it as vividly as you can—everything you can see, hear, smell, and feel. Visualization works best if you incorporate as many sensorydetails as possible, using at least three of your senses. When visualizing, choose imagery that appeals toyou; don’t select images because someone else suggests them, or because you think they should beappealing(Techniques suggested by helpguide.org and Centre for Clinical Interventions).10

Alcohol and Substance misuse 1Are you worried about the amount of alcohol that you are consuming? Are you misusing substances?Would you like help to discuss your concerns?Alcohol MisuseUnits of alcoholAlcohol is measured in units. A unit of alcohol is equivalent to 10ml of pure alcohol, which is roughly half a pint ofnormal strength lager, a small glass of wine or a single measure (25ml) of spirits.The recommended daily limits for alcohol consumption are:no more than three to four units a day for menno more than two to three units a day for women(21 units for men and 14 units for women maximum weekly)For both men and women, it is also recommended to include some alcohol-free days each week. You are puttingyour health at risk if you regularly exceed the recommended daily limits.Are you drinking too much alcohol?You can self-assess your drinking with the following questionnaire. Honesty is vital to get an accurate selfassessment.The CAGE Questionnaire for alcohol:• Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking?• Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?• Have you felt bad or guilty about your drinking?• Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover (eyeopener)?If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you should seek professional helpSome signs that someone you know may be misusing alcohol include:11

if they regularly exceed the recommended daily limit for alcoholif they are sometimes unable to remember what happened the night before because of their drinkingif they fail to do what was expected of them due to their drinkingSelf Help Strategies1. Acknowledge that you need help and that there is no embarrassment in asking for help2. Book an appointment with your GP or contact one of the organizations below3. Booking an appointment with the student welfare officer may be beneficialUseful OrganizationsAlcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555 (24 hour)For those seeking help with a drink problemDrinkline 0800 917 82 82 (24 hour)Help and information if you're worried about your own or a friend's alcohol consumptionFoundation66 works creatively with individuals, communities and policy makers to reduce the harm caused byproblem alcohol and drug use.Nearest Foundation66:Central Office,7 Holyrood StreetLondonSE1 2ELTel: 020 7234 994012

Alcohol and Substance misuse 2Substance MisuseDrugs may be misused in several ways. Not only can illegal drugs be misused, but also prescription drugs /medicines.Types of drugsAll drugs can be divided up according to the main effect they have on users.StimulantsStimulants include caffeine and tobacco as well as amphetamines, anabolic steroids, ‘poppers’, hallucinogenicamphetamines (ecstasy), cocaine and crack. They act on the central nervous system and increase brain activity.Users generally feel more confident and alert, are able to stay awake for longer and can perform physical tasks for alonger period of time. High doses can cause nervousness and anxiety (except for tobacco). Stimulants can alsocause temporary feelings of paranoia (except for tobacco and caffeine).DepressantsThese include minor tranquillisers such as Valium, Librium, Mogadon and temazepam, solvents, glues, aerosols andgases. Depressants act on the central nervous system and slow down brain activity. They relax you, making you feelless tense and anxious, but at the same time impair mental and physical activity and decrease self-control.AnalgesicsAnalgesics are painkillers and include heroin, opium, pethidine and codeine. They make users less sensitive toemotion and physical pain and produce feelings of warmth and contentment.HallucinogensThese include cannabis, LSD and magic mushrooms. Hallucinogens act on the mind, heightening sensations anddistorting the way users see and hear things.(Mental Health Foundation 2013)Illegal Drugs in the United Kingdom are classified as the followingClass A – cocaine and crack cocaine, crystal meth, ecstasy, heroin, LSD and magic mushrooms (raw or processed)Possession of class A– up to 7 years in prison and an unlimited finePossession with Intent to Supply or Supply – up to Life in prison and an unlimited fineClass B – cannabis, speed (speed is Class A if prepared for injection), mephedronePossession – up to 5 years in prison and an unlimited finePossession with Intent to Supply or Supply – up to 14 years in prison and an unlimited fineClass C – anabolic steroids, ketamine and tranquillisersPossession – 2 years in prison and an unlimited finePossession with Intent to Supply or Supply – 14 years in prison and an unlimited fineAre you misusing drugs?You can self-assess your use with the following questionnaire. Honesty is vital to get an accurate self-assessmentThe CAGE Questionnaire for drugs:13

Have you ever felt you should cut down on your use of drugs?Have people annoyed you by criticizing your use?Have you felt bad or guilty about your use?Have you ever used drugs to ease withdrawal symptoms, or to avoid feeling low after using?If you answered ‘yes’ to any these questions, you should seek professional helpSelf Help Strategies1. Acknowledge that you need help and that there is no embarrassment in asking for help2. Book an appointment with your GP or contact one of the organizations below3. Booking an appointment with the student welfare officer may be beneficialUseful OrganizationsFoundation66 works creatively with individuals, communities and policy makers to reduce the harm caused byproblem alcohol and drug use.Nearest Foundation66:Central Office,7 Holyrood StreetLondonSE1 2ELTel: 020 7234 9940Talk to Frank- National Drugs Helpline: 0800 776600 (24-hour, seven-days a week)Free and confidential telephone service that offers advice and information for those who are concerned, or havequestions, about drugsRelease: 020 7749 4034 Independent drugs charity offering information, advice and support on drugs14

DepressionThe word 'depression' is used to describe everyday feelings of low mood which can affect us all fromtime to time. Feeling sad or fed up is a normal reaction to experiences that are upsetting, stressful ordifficult; those feelings will usually pass.If you are affected by depression, you are not 'just' sad or upset. You have an illness which meansthat intense feelings of persistent sadness, helplessness and hopelessness are accompanied byphysical effects such as sleeplessness, a loss of energy, or physical aches and pains. Around 1 in 5people will be affected by depression at some point in their lives.Symptoms of depression includeTiredness and loss of energyPersistent sadnessLoss of self-confidence and self-esteemDifficulty concentratingNot being able to enjoy things that are usually pleasurable or interestingUndue feelings of guilt or worthlessnessFeelings of helplessness and hopelessnessSleeping problems - difficulties in getting off to sleep or waking up much earlier than usualAvoiding other people, sometimes even your close friendsFinding it hard to function at work/college/schoolLoss of appetiteLoss of sex drive and/ or sexual problemsPhysical aches and painsThinking about suicide and deathSelf-harm(Depression Alliance 2013)Self Help Strategies1. Book an appointment with your GP or contact one of the organizations below2. Booking an appointment with the student welfare officer may be beneficial3. Take regular exercise4. Try some relaxation exercises (see exercises for anxiety)5. Try to eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables (nutrient and vitamin deficienciescan exacerbate symptoms-see the NHS guidelines)6. Joining a support group can be helpful7. Try a complimentary therapy e.g. aromatherapy, shiatsu massage (check with your GP first)8. NHS Choices offer a range of wellbeing audio guides to help boost your moodhttp://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/Pages/moodzone-mental-wellbeingaudio-guides.aspxUseful OrganizationsDepression Alliance 0845 123 23 20 Email: information@depressionalliance.org DepressionAlliance works to relieve and to prevent this treatable condition by providing information and supportservices15

Samaritans: 08457 90 90 90 (24-hour helpline): www.samaritans.org.uk Confidential support forpeople experiencing feelings of distress or despair.SANE One-to-one support: Helpline: 0845 767 8000 (6pm – 11pm) Email:http://www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/email/Peer support: Support Forum: http://www.sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforum/SANE provides emotional support to anyone affected by mental health problems, including families,friends and carersNHS (2013): Balanced Diet GuidelinesEat regular meals. Have three meals every day, including breakfast. Breakfast can help give you theenergy you need to face the day. Try a bowl of wholegrain cereal with some sliced banana and a glassof fruit juice for a healthy start to the day. If you feel hungry between meals, have a healthier snacksuch as a piece of fruit.Eat more wholegrain cereals, fruit, vegetables, beans, lentils, nuts and seeds. These foods area good source of vitamins and minerals. Try to eat at least five portions of a variety of fruit andvegetables every day.Include some protein at every meal. Protein is essential for the growth and repair of the body. Youcan get it from meat, fish, eggs, milk, cheese, lentils and beans.Don't get thirsty. We need to drink about 1.2 litres of fluid a day to stop us getting dehydrated. Evenmild dehydration can affect our mood. Symptoms of dehydration include lack of energy and feelinglight-headedIf you drink alcohol, drink within the recommended daily limits.Five steps to mental wellbeing (NHS Choices 2013)Evidence suggests there are five steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing.Connect Connect with the people around you: your family, friends, colleagues andneighbours. Spend time developing these relationships.Be active You don't have to go to the gym. Take a walk, go cycling or play a game of football.Find the activity that you enjoy, and make it a part of your life.Keep learning Learning new skills can give you a sense of achievement and a new confidence.So why not sign up for that cooking course, start learning to play a musical instrument, orfigure out how to fix your bike?.Give to others Even the smallest act can count, whether it's a smile, a thank you or a kindword. Larger acts, such as volunteering at your local community centre, can improve yourmental wellbeing and help you build new social networks.Take notice Be more aware of the present moment, including your feelings and thoughts, yourbody and the world around you. Some people call this awareness “mindfulness”, and it canpositively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges16

Eating DisordersProblems with food can begin when it is used to cope with those times when someone is bored,anxious, angry, lonely, ashamed or sad. Food becomes a problem when it is used to help people tocope with painful situations or feelings, or to relieve stress perhaps without them even realising itThere are several types of eating disorders including, Anorexia, Bulimia and Binge Eating:AnorexiaAnorexia arises from low self-esteem and an inability to manage with worries and problems. If yousuffer with anorexia you may be significantly reducing the amount of food you take in. This may bedone by skipping meals or cutting down the type /amounts of food eaten; some people over-exerciseas well..Symptoms of AnorexiaPhysical signs Behavioural signs Psychological SignsSevere weight loss Wanting to be left alone Intense fear of gainingweightPeriods stopping (Amenorrhoea) Wearing big baggy clothes DepressedStomach pains Excessive exercising Feeling emotionalConstipation Lying about eating meals Obsession with dietingDizziness Denying there is a problem Mood swingsHormonal changes in men andboysDifficulty concentratingDistorted perception of bodyweight and sizeDifficulty sleeping Wanting to have control Thinking about food all thePoor circulation & feeling cold Avoidance of certain foods Feeling guilty after eatingtime17

BulimiaBulimia is also linked with low self-esteem, emotional problems and stress. You may constantly thinkabout calories, dieting and ways of getting rid of the food you have eaten. You may be caught in acycle of over eating followed by a frightening anxiety to ‘remove’ the food you have consumed. Yoube using techniques such as purging, laxatives, restricting food intake and over-exercising.Symptoms of BulimiaPhysical signs Behavioural signs Psychological SignsSore throat / swollen glands Eating large quantities of food Feeling ashamed, depressedand guiltyStomach pains Being sick after eating Feeling out of controlMouth infections Being secretive Mood SwingsDry or poor skin Abusing Laxatives Feeling guilty after eatingDifficulty sleepingSensitive or damaged teethIrregular periods18

Binge Eating DisorderIf you binge eat, you may eat large amounts of food in a short period of time. The pattern of eating ina binge is very different from sitting down and having a meal. You may feel a lack of control duringthese binges, but unlike someone with Bulimia Nervosa, you do not try to get rid of the food. You mayeat much more quickly than usual, eat until you are uncomfortably full, eat large amounts of foodwhen you are not hungry or eat aloneSymptoms of Binge Eating DisorderPhysical signs Behavioural signs Psychological SignsWeight gain Eating large quantities of food Feeling depressed and out ofcontrolEating inappropriate foodBeing SecretiveMood swingsEmotional behaviourFeeling guilty after eatingIf you recognise any of these symptoms or are worried about your eating, please bookan appointment to see you GP, the Student Welfare Officer or contact one of theorganisations below.Beat: Helpline 0845 634 1414 Beat provides helplines, online support and a network of UK-wide selfhelpgroups to help adults and young people in the UK beat their eating disorders 0National Centre for Eating Disorders: Helpline 0845 838 2040 offers a range of treatment andsupport optionsRemember, there is no embarrassment in seeking help. Many people haveexperienced disordered eating and have RECOVERED.19

Appendix (other useful organisations)Advice and Guidance Citizens Advice Bureau Advice site offering basic information and adviceabout your rights www.adviceguide.org.ukBereavement CRUSE 0844 477 9400 (Weekdays only: 9.30am-5pm)Bullying National Bullying Helpline 0845 22 55 787 (Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm, Saturdays10am - 2pm)Domestic Violence Women's Aid 08457 023 468 National charity working to end domestic violenceagainst women and childrenRefuge: 0808 2000 247 Support for women and children experiencing domestic violenceGambling GAMCARE: 0845 6000 133 (8am - midnight, 7 days a week)Health NHS Direct: 0845 4647 (24hour)Pregnancy British Pregnancy Advisory Service: 08457 304 030Marie Stopes Helpline: 0845 300 8090 (24 hour)Religious support The National Christian Helpline 0300 111 0101 Christian-run helplineMiyad: 0845 7581 999 Jewish crisis helplineMuslim Community Helpline 0208 904 8193 / 0208 904 6715 listening and emotional supportservice for members of the communityRoman Catholic www.catholic.org.uk Primary object is to promote education in Roman Catholiclife and faithSexuality Lesbian and Gay Switchboard: 020 7837 7324 (24 hour) Information, support andreferral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual people from all backgrounds throughout the UKLondon Friend: 020 7837 3337 (7.30am-10pm) Support for lesbian, gay and bisexual people andthose unsure about their sexualitySexual Health National Sexual Health Helpline: 0800 567 123 (24 hours) Offers confidentialadvice, information and referrals on all aspects of sexual health and HIV/AidsLocal Organisation: Camberwell Sexual Health +44 (0)20 3299 5000An open access, confidential walk-in contraception and sexual health service for men and women. It hasextended opening hours including evenings and Saturday morningsCamberwell Building94-104 Denmark Hill,London,SE5 9RS20