Dr Nicola Byrom

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🏢 Universities with more diverse student and staff bodies may offer better employment outcomes for first-generation students. #Diversity #EmploymentOutcomes @KieranBalloo @anesa @CeciliaEssau tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…

Reviewing curriculum embedded interventions - There’s a lot of variety in how interventions are delivered, making it hard to generalize findings. 🤔 Standardizing methods could improve reliability. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… @BeckyUpsher @Garethstudentwb

📉 Negative early interactions with services can deter students from seeking help. Training for staff and managing expectations can improve engagement. Read more: link.springer.com/article/10.118… @Rachel_Batch @AnnieStevenson4 @HattieWarner15 #SupportServices

📚 Too much or too little VLE content can overwhelm students. Balanced, well-organized content is key to supporting their learning and mental health. Learn more from Katie Rakow: mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7… @DrEllieDommett @BeckyUpsher @DrJulietFoster

💡 Lecturer organization of VLE content is crucial! Clear labeling and structured materials help students feel in control and reduce stress. Explore Katie Rakow's findings: mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7… @DrEllieDommett @BeckyUpsher @DrJulietFoster

🌐 Finding ED support services is tough for students. Better publicity and clear info on accessing help are needed. Full study: link.springer.com/article/10.118… @Rachel_Batch @AnnieStevenson4 @HattieWarner15 #MentalHealthAwareness

Small sample sizes and inconsistent reporting are major issues in current studies on curriculum-embedded interventions. 📊 We need larger, better-funded research for clearer insights. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… @BeckyUpsher @Garethstudentwb

💡📚 Student priorities in mental health research highlight gaps in current studies. Funding must support research that meets these diverse needs. cambridge.org/core/journals/… @PriestleyMJ @TilWykes @alysondodd @EmmaBroglia @katietyrrell99 #ResearchPriorities

🏥 University counselling often falls short for EDs, leading to frustration. Specialized training and clearer service limitations could improve support. Details here: link.springer.com/article/10.118… @Rachel_Batch @AnnieStevenson4 @HattieWarner15 #UniversityHealth

📊 Six key factors were found to impact PhD students' experience: academic support, financial confidence, living conditions, career confidence, supervisor relationships, & preparedness. Let's focus on these! 🌟 #PhD tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.108… @LarisaDinu4 @Garethstudentwb @kckirkman

🔄 Adjusting to new VLEs can be tough, but experience helps! Students who’ve used VLEs before adapt quicker and benefit from the familiarity. Explore the findings: mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7… @DrEllieDommett @BeckyUpsher @DrJulietFoster

🧩 Support for student autonomy, competence, and connection is key! The way VLEs are used can either fulfill or frustrate these needs, impacting wellbeing. Learn more from Katie Rakow: mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7… @DrEllieDommett @BeckyUpsher @DrJulietFoster

🧩🔬 We need research that addresses the whole student experience, from services to curricula and sense of belonging. See key findings: cambridge.org/core/journals/… @PriestleyMJ @TilWykes @alysondodd @EmmaBroglia @katietyrrell99 #FutureResearch

🚪 Students face hurdles like complex referrals and inadequate support from universities and health services. Better service coordination and clarity can help. Learn more: link.springer.com/article/10.118… @Rachel_Batch @AnnieStevenson4 @HattieWarner15

Mindfulness interventions are not be the magic bullet for everyone. 🚨 Some evidence suggests they can even increase anxiety in certain cases. Caution is key. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… @BeckyUpsher @Garethstudentwb

🖥️ Mastering VLEs takes time, but it's crucial for success. Students who put in the effort early on feel more confident and less stressed about their studies. Full study here: mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7… @DrEllieDommett @BeckyUpsher @DrJulietFoster

🏠 Living conditions and financial confidence affect stress. We need to address the basics! 🏡💰 #PhDWellbeing tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.108… @LarisaDinu4 @Garethstudentwb @kckirkman

🏥 “Long waiting lists make you feel like you’re not important, worsening the situation.” The need for timely and accessible Eating Disorder support is urgent. Learn more: link.springer.com/article/10.118… @Rachel_Batch @AnnieStevenson4 @HattieWarner15

🔍 @NkasiStoll 's review is the first to summarize Black students’ mental health experiences in UK universities. It provides crucial insights for students, staff, and policy-makers. 📖 Read more: bmjopen.bmj.com/content/12/2/e… @yyalipende

🔄 Students' experience with VLEs can vary greatly. How lecturers utilize these platforms can either support or hinder student motivation and wellbeing. Explore Katie Rakow's study: mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7… @DrEllieDommett @BeckyUpsher @DrJulietFoster