OCD at University: A Support Handbook
Hello students, prospective students, (also students’ relatives and friends) of people with OCD Related Conditions.
OCD Action knows attending university while living with an OCD Related Condition yourself and/or supporting someone who is, can be challenging. But please remember you are not alone.
Whether you’re living with one of those conditions while a new or continuing university student or supporting someone who is, this Handbook is invaluable. It explains ways to make everyone’s university experience, including yours, easier to navigate.
Get Help About Living With OCD and Related Conditions at Uni, such as:
• Understanding OCD and how it can affect university life.
• Accessing the right support, from disability services to wellbeing.
• Finding available treatment, and understanding and knowing the clinically recognised options.
• Advocating for people with OCD, including yourself, when speaking to tutors and support staff.
• Connecting with others to build a support network.
How Do I find A Poster With More details?
Here’s a link to the dedicated Handbook poster: OCD at University – A Support Handbook for Students
We’re Sure You’ll Find These Resources Invaluable.Too!
They were developed in collaboration with OCD Action and Student Space, a mental health initiative run by Student Minds. They resources offer safe and confidential support including:
And please remember: OCD is here to help with university studies…and your life before and after!
