Well-being
Potential options: The student counsellors are always happy to listen and provide guidance. These conversations are fully confidential. They can for instance:
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Explain how to arrange professional psychological and emotional support through your general practitioner/family doctor and health insurance in the Netherlands. There are often wait-lists for psychologists in the Netherlands, sometimes it is easier to access support in your own language in your home country.
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In the short term arrange contact with a psychologist, this is self-funded at student rate
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Discuss using Mirro
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Advise on a request to the Examination Board for adjustments that can support you in your studies
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Advise on a request to the Examination Board for an extra assessment
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Advise on a request to the Examination Board for and alternative study programme
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Or else as discussed in the meeting with a student counsellor
Some of these options, such as the alternative study programme require filing documentation with a student counsellor. For more information go to: [link].
Mirro In first instance, if you prefer working on your psychological and emotional well-being alone, you can use the self-help modules from Mirro. All DAE students have free access to these anonymous self-help modules.
Incoming students Incoming students who have ongoing professional mental health support are strongly advised to retain access to their professional support system. Switching to professional support in the Netherlands, close to DAE, may take some time to arrange.
HELPLINES FOR MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Suicidal Thoughts: 0800-0113 (24/7) or use the chat function on the website
Do you think about suicide? You can call or chat with aid workers. The 113 webpage is only available in Dutch, but English is supported. You may be redirected during your call or chat to another aid worker that is better able to provide support in English.
Homepage | 113 Zelfmoordpreventie Homepage | 113 Suicide Prevention
Mind Korrelatie - Mental Health Advice: 0900-1450 (Mon.-Fri. 09:00-21:00) or chat and WhatsApp on the website
This organisation offers one-time professional advice on mental health. You can call for yourself if you are worried about someone else or if you are experiencing problems with someone else. You may be redirected during your call or chat to another aid worker who can better provide support in English.
Mind Korrelatie (website only in Dutch)
Alles oké? – Supportline for ages 18-25: 0800-0450 (14:00-22:00) or chat.
You can anonymously discuss anything you need to get off your chest with trained volunteers.
SUPPORT IN YOUR LANGUAGE
Many countries have helplines and listening services. Use a search engine, or start your search by checking out this website with an overview of free emotional support in 130+ countries www.findahelpline.com.
ORGANISATIONS
ADDICTION INFORMATION AND TREATMENT
Jellinek – Offers information on alcohol & drugs and offers treatment for addiction. For immediate help call: 088 505 1220
Novadic Kentron - Offers information on alcohol & drugs and offers treatment for addiction. Website is in Dutch but support in English is available on request.
SELF-HELP AND PEER SUPPORT The self-help network hosts many self-help through peer support groups, including addiction groups like alcoholics and narcotics anonymous, and groups on anxiety, acquired brain impairments, and hearing impairments cultural background, and LGBTIQA+. Find an overview here: Groups – Zelfhulp Netwerk
SEXUAL HEALTH & PREGNANCY Zanzu – Information about sexual health in 17 languages with lots of references to services, providers 7 support.
Soa Aids Nederland – Information on sexually transmitted diseases, prevention, and how to access testing.
Mildred Clinics – for unwanted pregnancy information and abortion.
“The term “neurodivergent” is used to describe individuals whose neurological development and functioning is considered to be different from the dominant societal norm. This includes individuals with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions that affect the way a person thinks, learns, and communicates. Neurodivergence can be something you are born with, but it can also be acquired during your lifetime.”(1)
Disabled people include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments. DAE follows the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, article 26 which recognises and respects the right of persons with disabilities to benefit from measures designed to ensure their independence, social and occupational integration and participation in the life of the community
Everyone can get ill or have things happen in their lives leading to temporary absences, such as the death of a family member or an accident. For absence lasting one week or less during term inform your tutors. For absence close to exams or lasting longer than one week, contact a student counsellor (via email or in person) as soon as possible to discuss possibilities.
We know and understand it can be difficult to talk about personal well-being and mental and emotional issues. From experience we know talking about it can provide relief and we can make it easier to find support. Therefore, we kindly request you get in touch with a student counsellor.
Eindhoven is a relatively safe city, but students can still experience issues such as theft, harassment, discrimination or violence. Naturally, this can have a great impact. The student counsellors are always happy to listen and provide guidance.
Many DAE students are part of the lesbian, gay, bi+, trans, intersex, queer and asexual community. Sometimes you need some more support when you are discovering yourself. The student counsellors are always willing to lend an ear and provide guidance.
The Space of Stillness is available for prayer, meditation or contemplation (key at reception). If you require a break for prayer the student counsellors are happy to support informing tutors of your needs.
The student counsellors can support in locating and accessing practical matters. Below is an overview of various topics. All are welcome to talk to a student counsellor when more assistance is required, for instance if you get a legal looking letter in Dutch and need help understanding what it says.
Documentation: Submission of an official diagnosis or documentation can be required for requests to the Examination Board such as an alternative a study programme and for other potential adjustments. The student counsellors will discuss requirements during a conversation about potential options for support. This may be a statement from an external authorised professional. Naturally, this does not apply for mobility, visual and auditory impairments. This information is treated confidentially; details are not shared with the Examination Board.
Study delays can result in a need to adjust financial planning. Options for this can be limited, especially for international students