Where Can I Get Help
Yes
I encounter an emergent or life threatening situation
(e.g. involving serious physical harm, feeling acutely suicidal).
School Life
- You may contact your college, faculty or relevant departments;
- For exchange, you can also contact the Office of Academic Links (OAL)
If you have any concerns, you are encouraged to seek help at any time. There is never a wrong time to seek help.
Medical Conditions
Feeling unwell (e.g. flu, gastrointestinal problems, sleep problems etc.) Make a medical appointment with the University Medical Service Office (UMSO)
If you have any concerns, you are encouraged to seek help at any time. There is never a wrong time to seek help.
Emotional Distress
- Feeling sad, hopeless, worthless
- Feeling irritable, agitated, having anger outbursts
- Losing interest in things you like to do
- Tense or on edge
- Afraid, panicky or worried most of the time
- Feeling unusually high or euphoric
- Lack of concentration, problems with memory, or difficulty making decisions
- Racing thoughts, racing speech
- Thoughts of death, suicide or self-harm
- Changes in sleep habits (e.g., sleeping too little or too much)
- Fluctuating appetite or weight
- Alcohol or drug abuse
- Persist for a period of about 2 weeks or more, or
- Affect your daily life (e.g., study, relationship, participation in your usual social activities) negatively
Emotional Distress
Make a medical appointment via the University Medical Service Office (UMSO) .
(Referral to psychiatric services can be arranged if necessary)
- WACC walk-in services during office hours:
Monday to Thursday: 08:45 – 13:00 ; 14:00 – 17:30
Friday: 08:45 – 13:00 ; 14:00 – 17:45
Location: 2/F, Pommerenke Student Centre, CUHK - CUHK 24-hour Emotional Support Hotline (For CUHK Full-time Students and Part-time PGDE Students only): 5400 2055
If you have any concerns, you are encouraged to seek help at any time. There is never a wrong time to seek help.
Personal Growth
- Join WACC workshops;
- Join Flourishing First Year @ CUHK progammes (for new students only);
- Read articles from Sunshine At CUHK website: Inspiration Hub / Personal Growth;
- Make a counselling appointment with a Counsellor from Wellness and Counselling Centre (WACC):
If you have any concerns, you are encouraged to seek help at any time. There is never a wrong time to seek help.
No
If you need any help, please do not hesitate to contact Wellness and Counselling Centre during office hours, or call the CUHK 24-hours Emotional Support Hotline at 5400 2055 (For CUHK Full-time Students and Part-time PGDE Students only).
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