Category: Wellbeing

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Jane Montague, Head of Psychology at the University of Derby, discusses whether decluttering the space around you can help declutter your mind.

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Dr Miles Richardson, Director of Core Psychology Programmes for the University of Derby Online Learning, explains how people can become closer to nature.

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To mark Sleep Awareness Week 2017, Gareth Hughes, Researcher and Psychotherapist at the University of Derby, gives advice on how to improve your sleep.

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Ahead of Mother’s Day, Susan Hogan, Professor in Therapeutic Arts, explains how taking up art can help women come to terms with being a new mum, help prevent postnatal depression and give their children the best start in life.

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Trudy Cowan, Lecturer in Post-registration Health Care at the University of Derby, explains the effects bullying has on young people and shares her top tips on how to tackle it.

Emily Webb reflects on why she chose to go to university and the process of choosing a university and getting through the interview.

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Dr Philip Clarke, Psychologist at University of Derby Online Learning, explains why Blue Monday is a myth and shares his top tips on how to cheer yourself up in January.

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Ewen Crilley, Hospitality Operations Trainer at the University of Derby, gives his top tips on how to eat well for less.

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For students, each new year can bring a spell of homesickness after spending Christmas with family and friends. Here are some top tips on how to combat second term blues and enjoy university life.

Students and graduates from the University of Derby give their top tips to new students during Fresher's Week.