November 2021
Confidential Student Support
It is important to remember that functioning in Survival Mode is abnormal, but has been necessary. Covid struggles are universal, meaning we are all in the same storm. However, amidst the pandemic, you may have discovered the small benefits of a pandemic within your personal life or work. Each person has an individual way of coping. If you haven’t found a coping style yet, don't worry, that is normal.
Social Isolation
Prioritize your emotional wellness by setting achievable and realistic goals. While the Pandemic may have set you back or pushed you completely off course, learn how to continue and succeed by identifying your strengths in a safe space.
Becoming aware of your mental health does not have to be hard work or distressing. There are signs and symptoms that you can be aware of for example, feeling overly stressed or not coping in ways you previously used to cope in. This does not mean you are abnormal or have undiagnosable issues.
Most mental health issues are treatable. Reaching out for help when you need it most is normal and especially common considering we are all living amidst a pandemic.
For further information, take a look at the following link:
COVID-19 Social Isolation - Video by Psych Hub
Make an appointment to start the conversation:
Michelle Luscombe, Institutional Counselor (REG NR: IR: 10102 CCSA): https://bit.ly/asewellnesscounsellor
or
Christo Van Der Westhuizen, Psychologist/Coach (HPCSA Reg Number: PS0033847): asecounsellor.youcanbook.me
ASE WELLNESS has created a ‘quick, standard check-in’ survey that you can complete in your own time.
Click below to see how you are coping. Your answers will always remain confidential and anonymous.
General Student check-in: Click Here
General Staff check-in: Click Here
For those of you that are already booking your counseling sessions or may have booked in the past, see the below Survey suited for you (feel free to complete in addition to the above).
Wellness Survey: Click Here
EMERGENCY AFTER-HOURS CONTACT:
SADAG - The South African Depression And Anxiety Group:
For a Suicide or Emergency help contact us on 0800 567 567 or WhatsApp 0768822775
or
ER 24 -Emergency Medical Care South Africa: 084124
The South African Depression And Anxiety Group (SADAG): Website
South African Federation for Mental Health: Website