Blog: Student Life

Do you get enough sleep each night? Dr William Van Gordon, Associate Professor in Contemplative Psychology at the University of Derby, discusses techniques to help improve the quality of your sleep at night.

Dr Dean Fido, Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Derby Online Learning, discusses ‘Ikigai’ the Japanese construct of having purpose in life as a means of protecting against suicide.

Dr William Van Gordon, Associate Professor in Contemplative Psychology at the University of Derby Online Learning, discusses how spiritual awareness has diminished, leading to an increase in major environmental and socioeconomic issues, as well as public health issues on a global emergency scale.

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their life. Joanna Baker, Therapist and Psychoeducation Coordinator at the University of Derby, shares insight into what anxiety is and what can be done to manage it.

When it comes to performing at optimum mental capacity as a student, keeping good physical health and psychological wellbeing is top priority. Physical Activity, Nutrition and Health BSc (Hons) student Nigel Duffus provides his top tips to looking after yourself.