If you\u2019ve watched the hit Netflix show Adolescence you\u2019ll know the very real consequences of getting drawn into extreme misogynistic content online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These influencers and chatroom communities prey on people\u2019s vulnerabilities, offering answers and solutions to complex issues that are so common amongst young people today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Loneliness. Low self-esteem. Anger issues. Depression. These sorts of feelings are completely normal and there is a wide range of support available to help you manage these without turning to potentially harmful content on social media. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meeting people, making friends, forming relationships \u2013 all this can feel tricky, especially when you\u2019re at university. The social skills needed to build a community around you aren\u2019t always something that comes naturally to everyone. In fact, it can feel impossible at times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting out and about is key to making those connections, even if this means pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. If you experience social anxiety, or don\u2019t feel confident in social situations there are some small steps you can take to overcome this and feel more confident. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019ve pulled together some top tips on how you can embrace the small talk when meeting new people.<\/a> If you\u2019re feeling lonely at the moment then don\u2019t struggle without help. We have lots of information and support to help you.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re starting to feel depressed, angry or frustrated about your life then it\u2019s natural to seek out support online.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n So much of our life is now spent online, and social media and chatrooms can feel like an easy way to find like-minded people if you\u2019re struggling with your in-person friendships and relationships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The risk is that some of these online communities can lead you to more extreme content, and before you know it your algorithm is feeding you videos that play on your anxieties and insecurities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If it\u2019s starting to become a problem for you then take a step away. Speak to people in real life, reset your recommendations and actively protect yourself from content which is designed to make you feel worse in the long run. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We know that some men find it hard to reach out for mental health support, and that stereotypes and expectations can be really harmful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a number of support options available both through UWE and across the community, which cater specifically to men and their mental health. We\u2019ve pulled together the best of these resources<\/a> including local groups which offer a space for men to talk openly and support each other. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also access the UWE Wellbeing Service<\/a> for more structured mental health support if you\u2019re suffering with anxiety, depression, feelings of low self-esteem and many other issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s support for students with specific learning differences<\/a>, such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD and autism, through the Access and Learning Strategies team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We also understand the additional pressures or challenges you might experience at university, if you have little or no family support, or if you are caring for ill or disabled family members. If this is you, UWE Cares<\/a> can support you in a number of ways, from providing information and guidance, to specialist careers support and finance through our bursary and accommodation support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Whatever it is you are struggling with, there are support options available to you<\/a>, both here at UWE and within our Bristol community.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you\u2019ve watched the hit Netflix show Adolescence you\u2019ll know the very real consequences of getting drawn into extreme misogynistic content online. These influencers and chatroom communities prey on people\u2019s vulnerabilities, offering answers and solutions to complex issues that are so common amongst young people today. Loneliness. Low self-esteem. Anger issues. Depression. 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Mental health support <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n