182 search results for “mental disorders” in the Student website
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Kim de JongFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Siuman Chung
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Evert Scholte
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Manja KoendersFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Christine Espin
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Bianca BoyerFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Jochanan VeerbeekFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Elise Swart
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Marit Guda
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Greta NoordenbosFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Neeltje van den Bedem
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
- Mental Health Day: Nature walk
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Willem van der DoesFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Hanna Swaab
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Ellen de BruijnFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Health and well-being
During your studies it is important to take good care of your physical and mental health. Find out about the help available both within and outside the university. And learn how to work on your own well-being.
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A Conversation on Helen Thompson's 'Disorder: Hard Times in the 21st Century'
Lecture, PCNI Research Seminar
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Dignity, respect and well-being
Information for student organisations on dignity, respect and well-being
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Vivian Kraaij
Faculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Jan Wim BuismanFaculty of Humanities
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Kaya PeerdemanFaculteit der Sociale Wetenschappen
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Contact
To help ensure your studies go well, Leiden University offers guidance and advice services. You can find the most important contact information here.
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Guidance & advisers
If you need extra assistance, guidance or adaptations there are several staff members who can help. Who you should speak to depends on the nature of your situation.
- Announcements
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How to deal with fear of failure without compromising our mental health and growth
Webinar
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Faculty of Humanities joins 'Hidden Disabilities Sunflower'
A hidden disability can make studying a considerable challenge, partly because of the disability itself, but also because others may not realise that extra support is justified. To overcome this problem, the Faculty of Humanities is introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.
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Support for your well-being
Good mental health provides a strong foundation for study and work. It is important to seek help if you are not doing well. There are a range of ways in which you can work on your mental well-being. You can also turn to others for help and guidance. Take a look at the various options available.
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Mentor or tutor
As part of the Leiden study system we provide first-year bachelor’s students with good support and good academic guidance. This guidance is given by tutors and mentors from your faculty or study programme.
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Mentor or tutor
As part of the Leiden study system we provide first-year bachelor’s students with good support and good academic guidance. This guidance is given by tutors and mentors from your faculty or study programme.
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Martijn van der LiendenScience
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Three different perspectives on how the online world has fundamentally changed the way we live our lives
In the ESOF2022 mini-symposium organized by the Social Resilience & Security programme, international experts with a background in psychology, philosophy, and law discussed how the online world is related to adolescent mental health issues, moral and emotional awareness and children’s rights. In three…
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Student well-being
During your time as a student you will probably encounter a variety of challenges. Both in terms of studying and personal development, you might need a little help from time to time. Find out how you can boost your well-being and who you can turn to for support.
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Workshops and training courses
During your time as a student it is important to gain knowledge not only in your field of study, but also for life. An important part of this is personal development. The university would like to support you in this goal. For example, in getting enough exercise and relaxation, developing resilience…
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Study delay
Sometimes circumstances can cause you to fall behind in your studies. It is important that you seek advice right away to help you find the best course of action. If you fall too far behind, you may have to discontinue your studies. In cases of exceptional circumstances, you may be eligible to request…
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Emergencies
Find out what to do in the event of an emergency or incident during your studies.
- Caring Universities: But how are you really doing?
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Lowlands as lab: virtual trips in the name of science
While tens of thousands of visitors dance to deafening music, a team of Leiden psychologists are trying to collect data for their research at Lowlands. How do festivalgoers experience a virtual trip? And what role do factors such as too little sleep and whether they have experience with psychedelics…
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Studying with a speech disability
Having a speech disability is a health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.
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Types of research
Reacting rapidly to a task, filling in a questionnaire, becoming immersed in a virtual world, having your heart rate measured, or having images made of your brain: our research is very diverse.
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Results of latest Caring Universities survey available
The Caring Universities consortium conducts a survey every year on the state of students’ mental health. Following previous surveys in 2020 and 2021, a new study was carried out in November 2022. This latest survey shows that many students still suffer from mental health problems.
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Volunteers needed for brain study in resilience research project
Why do some people with adverse childhood experiences develop mental health conditions whereas others do not? A Leiden research project is looking for volunteers aged between 18 and 24 to help us understand more about human resilience.
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Studying with AD(H)D
AD(H)D stands for Attention Deficit(-Hyperactivity) Disorder, which is a common disorder that can impact your learning at Leiden University.
- Free e-health module: Gezonde Boel
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Second Caring Universities research results: students are reporting more psychological issues
In June 2020, Caring Universities researched the mental health and resilience of students. This was repeated again in January 2021. The results of this second investigation show that more students are reporting psychological issues such as stress and mood swings than during the first investigation.
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Student Well-being Week, 13 till 17 November: programme now available
Social
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Koos Biesmeijer and Claire van Megen nominated for Person of the Year
Koos Biesmeijer, Professor of Natural Capital, and Claire van Megen, an Educational and Child Studies student, are in with a chance of winning Leiden’s Person of the Year title.
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Three Leiden PhD candidates awarded Mosaic 2.0 scholarships
Three PhD candidates from Leiden University have been awarded a Mosaic 2.0 scholarship for their PhD research. The Dutch Research Council (NWO) Mosaic 2.0 programme is aimed at an underrepresented group of graduates with a migrant background.
- Loneliness Awareness Week
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Wanted: buddies for students with autism
Social
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Healthy University Leiden: keeping up the momentum
Healthy University Leiden held its ‘From #COVID to #GOFIT Week’ from 21 to 25 June. Over 600 students and staff found inspiration in a week full of tips and tricks on how to get fit after Covid. So what now? We‘ve compiled a list of tips and activities specially for you. Take a look and enjoy!