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On this page you can find resources related to the various health and well-being topics listed below. For each topic, the sources range from websites to books, podcasts, apps and more. To return to the well-being overview page, click here.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Links (Coronavirus)

Language  About Source
EN World Health Organization (WHO):
Mental Health and Psychosocial Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak		 Mental Health and Psychosocial Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak
EN How to beat the corona blues: 10 tips How to beat the corona blues: 10 tips
EN David Bernstein, professor at the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience, gave a webinar on staying mentally healthy in times of  the coronavirus. 

Staying psychologically fit in corona times. Webinar by David Bernstein
EN VIDEO: How to respond effectively to the Corona crisis YouTube video: FACE COVID


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Stress & Resilience

Links (Stress and Resilience)

Language of site About Source
EN Stress management workshop at UM www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/your-career/developing-competencies/lectures-workshops-and-training-courses#Stressmanagement
EN Caring Universities: iCare Prevent module www.aanmelder.nl/icarepreventmodule/wiki/480040/icare-prevent-module
EN Free online courses covering low mood, stress and resiliency https://llttf.com/
EN Online courses to improve your well being https://thiswayup.org.au/
EN Self-help book https://thehappinesstrap.com/free-resources/
EN Make mistakes and learn from failure / Video Growth Mindset versus Fixed Mindset www.studentwellbeing.admin.cam.ac.uk/your-wellbeing/make-mistakes-and-learn-failure
NL Video - 'Wat veroorzaakt al die chaos in je hoofd?' www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-2OE4AFCRE
NL Video – 'Ben jij klaar om te focussen?' www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNp_v1aviBI&feature=youtu.be
NL Overcome stress, depression and fear – online training www.mijnkwartier.be/
NL Exercises for stress relief www.act-online.nl
NL Training exercises www.trainingfarm.org
EN/NL How other students cope with not feeling okay www.ik-student.nl/en/index.html
NL

Support for everyone between 18 and 24 years old if things are not going so well

 www.allesoke.nl/
NL Self-help guide and online chat with professionals www.pratenonline.nl
EN

Understanding Sleep Hygiene and Mental Health

 https://counseling.northwestern.edu/blog/sleep-hygiene-mental-health/
EN Assertiveness modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Assertiveness
EN Tolerating distress modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Tolerating-Distress
NL Piekeren module vrije Universiteit Amsterdam https://mneme.psy.vu.nl/stophetgetob/week_2/dag_8_piekeren_en_opschrijven.html

Books (Stress and Resilience)

Language of book About Source
EN A guide on self-worth, shame and wholehearted living The gift of imperfection
EN Self-help book to manage stress Sort Your Brain Out: Boost Your Performance, Manage Stress and Achieve More
EN How to overcome stress and improve mindfulness The Happiness Trap
EN A student’s guide to improving resilience How to be resilient
EN Daily guided exercises to manage stress Calm
EN How to recognise stress and overcome it Overcoming Stress
NL Mindfulness workbook Mindfulness voor jongeren
NL Workbook ACT your way: Doen wat werkt voor jou

Apps & Podcasts

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN Mood Tracker App How Are You
EN Self-care toolkit Sanvello
EN Podcast on stress reduction The Science of Stress and Stress Reduction with Prof. Sonia Lupien
EN Stress management podcast Headspace
EN Stress relief podcast Motivation Monday
EN Podcast: Yale professor Dr Laurie Santos helps you deal with mental health issues, especially anxiety, stress and depression The Happiness Lab
EN Stress Management App Calm
NL Mental Health app Fit in Je Hoofd

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Low Mood

Links (Low Mood)

Language of site About Source
EN Online quiz to check your mood https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mood-self-assessment/
EN Free online courses covering low mood, stress and resiliency https://llttf.com/
EN Online courses to improve your wellbeing https://thiswayup.org.au/ (see courses on depression, anxiety, insomnia and panic)
EN Brene Brown’s TED Talk on vulnerability and self-awareness TED Talk: Brene Brown on Vulnerability
EN VIDEO: Discover cognitive-based therapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c_Bv_FBE-c 
NL VIDEO: 'Hoe constructief is piekeren?' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmv-AIPBPK0
NL Overcome stress, depression and fear – online training https://www.mijnkwartier.be/
NL Self-help exercises www.actyourway.nl
NL If you are thinking about suicide or if you are gloomy or depressed www.113.nl
EN

Andrew Solomon’s TED Talk on depression

 www.ted.com/talks/andrew_solomon_depression_the_secret_we_share?language=nl
EN Depression modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Depression

Books (Low Mood)

Language of book About Source
EN How to overcome emotional distress Mind over Mood
EN Workbook to overcome low mood Successful Problem Solving: A Workbook to Overcome the Four Core Beliefs That Keep You Stuck
EN A 5-step plan to cope with painful emotions (anxiety, depression, low mood) Get Out of Your Mind and into Your Life: The New Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
EN A self-guide on low moods and depressions Beat the Blues Before They Beat You
EN Understand low moods and ways to overcome them Lost Connections
EN Anthology of personal letters from people with first-hand experiences of depression The Recovery Letters
NL A self-help book specifically for young people ACT your way: Doen wat werkt voor jou
NL Self-help book Mindfulness voor Jongeren

Apps & Podcasts (Low Mood)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN Mood tracker app How Are You
EN Self-care toolkit Sanvello
EN Meditation and sleep app Headspace
EN Dr Padesky’s “Managing Your Moods” podcast Managing Your Moods
EN Podcast on the symptoms of depression and mindfulness as a solution Mindfulness and Depression with Professor Zindel Segal
NL Mental health app Fit in Je Hoofd

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Anxiety & Fears

Links (Anxiety & Fears)

Language of site About Source
EN VIDEO: The Struggle Switch – how to manage anxiety https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCp1l16GCXI&list=PLU9QzmoT6EJdrlZ3UyEwRg6PgksNKd8Ci&index=7
EN VIDEO: Avoid negative automatic thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2zRA5zCA6M
EN VIDEO: Discover cognitive-based therapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c_Bv_FBE-c 
EN VIDEO: Coping with anxiety https://www.ted.com/talks/olivia_remes_how_to_cope_with_anxiety?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare
EN Online treatment course  Beating the Blues
NL Overwin spanning, depressie en angst - online training https://www.mijnkwartier.be/
NL Online support in case of anxiety and depression https://www.gripopjedip.nl/nl/Home/
NL Anxiety relief exercises Fit in Je Hoofd
NL Stop worrying https://femkedegrijs.com/stoppen-met-piekeren/
NL How to deal with anxiety www.emetofobie.nl/cms/
NL Overcoming anxiety www.stopjeangst.nl/
NL Fear of failure - dealing with overthinking https://web.universiteitleiden.nl/ics/sz/so/blok/expiek.html
EN Anxiety modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Anxiety
EN Bipolar modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Bipolar
EN Health anxiety modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Health-Anxiety
EN Panic modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Panic
EN Social anxiety modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Social-Anxiety

Books (Anxiety & Fears)

Language of book About Source
EN Exercises to manage anxiety and fear The Feeling Good Handbook
EN Exercises to overcome fear Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway
EN Self-help book to overcome anxiety Rewire Your Anxious Brain
EN Self-help book on anxiety management Anxiety Relief
EN Self-guide to anxiety and panic attacks Dare
NL Angst begrijpen en er mee omgaan Angst
NL Mindfulness bij angst Angst beheersen met mindfulness
NL Aan de slag met piekeren Boom Hulpboek Piekeren
NL

A self-help book specifically for young people

 ACT your way: Doen wat werkt voor jou

Apps & Podcasts (Anxiety & Fears)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN PODCAST: How to overcome fear and anxiety Mental Health Foundation Podcast
EN Mood tracker app How Are You
EN PODCAST: Support with anxiety, stress and panic attacks The Anxiety Show
EN PODCAST: Anxiety management SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Rutherford
EN PODCAST: Yale professor Dr Laurie Santos helps you deal with mental health issues, especially anxiety, stress and depression The Happiness Lab
NL PODCAST: Fear Angstfabriek Podcast
NL APP: Resilience Fit in Je Hoofd

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Highly sensitive & highly gifted

Links (Highly sensitive & highly gifted)

Language of site About Source
EN HSP coach and training https://thehappysensitive.com/
EN What makes a highly sensitive person? https://psychcentral.com/blog/what-makes-a-highly-sensitive-person/
EN HSP self-test https://hsperson.com/  
EN Self-care exercises https://www.ericwindhorst.ca/resources/on_being_gifted/gifted-adult-self-care-strategies/
EN High sensitivity centre (UK) http://www.hspsensitive.com/
EN Online coaching and counselling http://www.lifeworkshelp.com/
EN A talk on high sensitivity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQLBnUBKggY
NL Online coaching HSP https://www.anahata-coaching.nl/personal-coaching/hsp/
NL Website for and by HSPs https://www.hooggevoelig.nl/
NL Platform for HSP https://hoogsensitief.nl/
NL HSP coach https://www.demaskerbloem.nl/?v=8846e0dd0a2d
NL Association for highly gifted persons www.mensa.nl
NL Online training https://www.psychologiemagazine.nl/academy/hoogsensitiviteit-als-kracht/

Books (Highly sensitive & highly gifted)

Language of book About Source
EN Bestseller by Elaine Aron The Highly Sensitive Person
EN Self-help handbook The Art of Extreme Self-Care
EN Success stories from highly sensitive people The Power of Sensitivity
EN Self-help book The Highly Sensitive Person’s Survival Guide
NL Learn more about high sensitivity Handboek voor gevoelige mensen
NL How to cope with high sensitivity Leven met hooggevoeligheid
NL Learn more about high sensitivity Het hoog sensitieve brein
NL Workbook HSP Het werkboek voor hoog sensitieve personen

Apps & Podcasts (Highly sensitive & highly gifted)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN PODCAST: HSP management Highly Sensitive
EN PODCAST: HSP experiences and management The Highly Sensitive Person Podcast
EN PODCAST: HSP coach Highly Sensitive Self-Care and Empowerment
EN PODCAST: Health and wellness tips The Highly Sensitive’s Podcast
EN Meditation and mindfulness app Stop, Breathe and Think
EN Self-care toolkit Sanvello
EN HSP management app Mindfit
EN Meditation app Headspace
NL PODCAST: HSP en hooggevoelig. Wat helpt? https://podcastluisteren.nl/ep/Leven-Zonder-Stress-HSP-en-hooggevoelig-Wat-helpt-Renate-Simon

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Self-image & Identity

Links (Self-image & Identity)

Language of site About Source
EN Self-care exercises for self-esteem https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Self-Esteem
EN Self-care exercises for body dysmorphia https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Body-Dysmorphia
EN Self-help for self-image Self-Esteem
EN Young people talking about their experiences http://www.healthtalk.org/young-peoples-experiences/depression-and-low-mood/depression-self-and-self-esteem
EN For all questions on gender identity https://www.transvisie.nl/information/
EN More on self-compassion http://self-compassion.org/category/exercises/
EN/NL Center for sexual health https://www.ggdzl.nl/english/sexual-health/
EN/ NL Discover your values Personal Values Assessment
EN/NL LGTB organisation www.coclimburg.nl
NL Tips for a positive self-image https://www.ggznieuws.nl/home/5-eetstoornissen-die-vaak-voorkomen-maar-die-bijna-niemand-kent/
NL For young people struggling with eating, weight and appearance https://www.99gram.nl/
NL For all questions about gender identity www.transvisie.nl
NL Daily self-help programme https://www.mijnkwartier.be/
NL Online exercises www.verkenjezelf.be
NL Centre for sexual health https://sense.info/nl
NL Youth stories and guidance on sexuality www.iedereenisanders.nl
EN Appearance concerns modules and worksheets

https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Appearance-Concerns
EN Self-compassion modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Self-Compassion
NL Zelftest sterke en zwakke punten Universiteit Leiden https://web.universiteitleiden.nl/ics/sz/so/webexpert/websmart.html

Books (Self-image & Identity)

Language of book About Source
EN A guide on self-worth, shame and wholehearted living The gift of imperfection
EN Improving self-image Love for Imperfect Things
EN Self-help course book Overcoming Low Self-Esteem
EN Improve self-esteem Boost Your Confidence: Improving Self-Esteem
EN Self-help book on self-compassion Self-Compassion
NL Overcoming perfectionism self-help book De kracht van kwetsbaarheid
NL Mijnkwartier e-book Gezond van geest in een kwartier per dag!
NL Self-compassion book Wat je denkt, dat ben je zelf
NL Training self-confidence Trainingsboek zelfvertrouwen
NL Improve self-esteem Gezond zelfvertrouwen
NL Self-help book on self-image Negatief zelfbeeld

Apps & Podcasts (Self-image & Identity)  

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN PODCAST: self-worth TedTalk playlist Talks for when you feel like you’re not enough
EN Meditation app Headspace
EN Managing self-harm app Calm
EN Positive mental health training programme app Feeling Good
EN Improve self-esteem app Happify
EN APP: therapy specifically for the LGBTQ+ community from someone who specialises in the LGBTQ+ community Pride Counselling
NL Ontdek je kernkwaliteiten Kernkwadranten
NL Geef je zelfvertrouwen een boost app MyDailyLifestyle
NL PODCAST https://www.365dagensuccesvol.nl/nl/nieuws/krijg-meer-zelfvertrouwen-in-13-minuten/11185/

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Perfectionism & Worrying

Links (Perfectionism & Worrying)

Language of site About Source
EN Be okay with ‘okay’ – self-help course on perfectionism https://www.studentwellbeing.admin.cam.ac.uk/your-wellbeing/be-okay-okay  
EN Training exercises for perfectionism https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Perfectionism  
EN The Perfection Detox (TedTalk) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPL2FE7ZPTg  
EN Automatic thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2zRA5zCA6M  
EN Exercises for worrying https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Worry-and-Rumination  
EN Brene Brown’s TED Talk on vulnerability and self-awareness TED Talk: Brene Brown on Vulnerability  
NL How constructive is worrying? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmv-AIPBPK0  
NL Burn-out and perfectionism https://www.psyned.nl/burnout/burn-out-voorkomen/de-relatie-tussen-burn-out-en-perfectionisme/  
NL Stop worrying https://femkedegrijs.com/stoppen-met-piekeren/  
NL What is CBT? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c_Bv_FBE-c
NL Daily self-help programme https://www.mijnkwartier.be/  

 Books (Perfectionism & Worrying)

Language of book About Source
EN Self-help book The Mindful Path to Self-compassion
EN Self-help course book Overcoming Perfectionism
EN Improving self-image Love for Imperfect Things
EN A guide on self-worth, shame and wholehearted living The gift of imperfection
EN Strategies towards self-acceptance and freedom from perfectionism How to Be an Imperfectionist
NL Overcoming perfectionism self-help book The Power of Vulnerability
NL Self-help book on using mindfulness to overcome perfectionism Goed Genoeg
NL Bestseller by Brene Brown De kracht van kwetsbaarheid
NL Guide about self-worth, embarrassment and connection De Moed Van Imperfectie

Apps & Podcasts (Perfectionism & Worrying)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN PODCAST: overcoming perfectionism Overachieving, Perfectionism and Living Life Juice with Mandy Lehto
EN Meditation app Headspace
EN Managing stress app Calm
EN Tackle perfectionism through CBT app Mindshift
EN/NL Manage perfectionism app Nice Day
NL PODCAST: Perfectionism is not always positive Perfectionisme is niet altijd positief
NL PODCAST: Stoppen met piekeren Stoppen met Piekeren

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Therapies General

Links (Therapies General)

Language of site About Source
EN General wellbeing support in Maastricht https://mymaastricht.nl/get-settled/health/  
EN Student guidance at UM https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/during-your-studies/student-guidance
EN UM psychological support https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/during-your-studies/student-guidance/psychological-support
EN UM lectures, workshops and training courses https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/your-career/developing-competencies/lectures-workshops-and-training-courses
EN Improve your wellbeing https://thiswayup.org.au/
EN Acceptance and commitment therapy by Russ Harris https://www.actmindfully.com.au/free-stuff/  
EN How to resolve any dilemma https://www.actmindfully.com.au/upimages/10_Steps_For_Any_Dilemma.pdf 
EN Making mistakes and learning from failure https://www.studentwellbeing.admin.cam.ac.uk/your-wellbeing/make-mistakes-and-learn-failure
EN Making sense of CBT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c_Bv_FBE-c  
EN The struggle switch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCp1l16GCXI&list=PLU9QzmoT6EJdrlZ3UyEwRg6PgksNKd8Ci&index=7
EN The world's largest network of licensed, accredited, and experienced counselors who can help you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, and more https://www.betterhelp.com/
EN Mindfulness online course https://www.bemindfulonline.com/  
EN / NL Anonymous conversations on physiological issues https://ease.nl/
NL Acceptance and commitment therapy www.trainingfarm.org  
NL What causes the chaos in your head? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-2OE4AFCRE  
NL Psychological and psychosocial help, online and by phone https://mindkorrelatie.nl/  
NL Learn more about acceptance and commitment therapy https://www.act-online.nl/  
NL/EN Guide for youths and their parents on a variety of topics (ADHD, anxiety, eating disorders, etc.) http://www.brainwiki.nl/home
NL Information on psychosis, depression and mania https://www.psychosenet.nl/
NL Mindfulness stories by young people https://mindyoung.nl/
EN

15 Positive affirmations that can change your life

 https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-15-positive-affirmations-can-change-your-life-0923157

  Books (Therapies General)

Language of book About Source
EN How to overcome emotional distress Mind over Mood
EN Workbook to overcome low mood Successful Problem Solving: A Workbook to Overcome the Four Core Beliefs That Keep You Stuck
EN A guide on self-worth, shame and wholehearted living The gift of imperfection
NL Managing negative thinking patterns Je gevoel de baas
NL A self-help book specifically for young people ACT your way: Doen wat werkt voor jou
NL Mindfulness-based exercises and meditation Mindfulness: Voor een gelukkig leven
NL Overcoming perfectionism self-help book The power of vulnerability

Apps & Podcasts (Therapies General)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN ACT mindfully podcast ACTmindfully
EN Meditation app Headspace
EN Managing stress app Calm
EN Tackle perfectionism through CBT app Mindshift
EN App for diagnosing and treatment of mental health issues BetterHelp
EN Online therapy app, chat with a therapist Talkspace
NL Mental health app Fit in Je Hoofd

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Relationships & Family

Links (Relationships & Family)

Language of site About Source
EN A guide to navigating problems in family relationships https://www.harleytherapy.co.uk/family-problems-help-guide.htm  
EN Self-help guide for children of alcoholics http://www.nacoa.org.uk/  
EN Online store for mindfulness, relationships, health and healing https://www.soundstrue.com/store/  
NL Mindfulness coaching for families https://inliefdegedragen.nl
NL Support in case of divorce http://www.tweehuizen.be/  
NL Online peer support https://www.villapinedo.nl/  
NL Bereavement support https://rouw.nl/  
NL Voor kinderen van ouders met psychische problemen https://www.kopstoring.nl/site/Kopstoring/  
NL Voor kinderen van ouders met psychische problemen https://www.kopopouders.nl/site/  
NL Als je in contact komt met kanker http://www.toonhermanshuismaastricht.nl/
NL Voor kinderen van ouders met een drankprobleem http://www.drankjewel.nl/  
NL Support in case of: loverboy-problems, domestic violence, honour-related violence, sexual violence, trauma https://www.fier.nl/
NL Information on contraception https://anticonceptievoorjou.nl/

Books (Relationships & Family)

Language of book About Source
EN A guide to support family members with bipolar disorder Living With Someone Who's Living With Bipolar Disorder
EN Dealing with abusive relationships The Emotionally Abusive Relationship
EN How to heal broken relationships The Power of Apology
EN Self-help book for caretakers Breaking the Addiction to Please: Goodbye guilty
EN A self-help guide to overcome relationship problems Overcoming Relationship Problems
EN A guide on self-worth, shame and wholehearted living The gift of imperfection
NL How to cope with a loss by suicide Leven met zelfdoding

Apps & Podcasts (Relationships & Family)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN Self-care toolkit Sanvello
EN PODCAST: How to handle difficult relationships and heal broken ones Family Relationships with Nicola Beer
EN PODCAST: Normalising the conversation on grief and bereavement Where’s the Grief?
EN Stress management podcast Headspace
EN App that offers mental health services, specifically focusing on relationships and couples therapy Regain

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Eating problems & addiction

Links (Eating problems & addiction)

Language of site About Source
EN Eating disorders self-help tools and tips https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/recovery/self-help-tools-skills-tips
EN Online international recovery coach for university students http://www.recoverycoaching.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=263697 
EN Exercises to tackle disordered eating https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Disordered-Eating
EN Types of eating disorders https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/e/eating-disorders
EN 70 Resources to support eating disorder recovery https://www.onlinemswprograms.com/resources/resources-eating-disorder-recovery/
NL/EN Online support community for gaming addicts https://cgaa.info/nl/
NL Website for young people between 13 and 23 years old struggling with eating, weight and appearance. www.99gram.nl
NL Online support for families of addicts https://helpmijndierbareisverslaafd.nl/
NL Online support for people with eating disorders (+ test) https://weet.info/ 
NL Online support for addicts https://www.jellinek.nl/zelfhulp/
NL Drugs information number and chat possibility https://www.drugsinfo.nl/publiek
NL Brijder Jeugd gives information about alcohol, cannabis, drugs and gaming https://www.brijderjeugd.nl/
NL Website about anorexia and other eating disorders https://www.proud2bme.nl/
NL Description of anorexia nervosa, information about the physical and social consequences, causes and treatments https://weet.info/
NL Online treatment for people with eating disorders https://www.etendebaas.nl/

Books (Eating problems & addiction)

Language of book About Source
EN How to manage disordered eating Understanding Your Eating
EN Manage eating disorders through workbook exercises The Intuitive Eating Workbook
EN A guide for carers of people with eating disorders Hope with Eating Disorders
EN How to take care of alcoholic parents Adult Children of Alcoholics
EN A memoir of a family dealing with a son’s addiction Beautiful Boy
EN For children of parents with an addiction It Will Never Happen to Me!
EN Self-help book about self-compassion and the link between the mind and body Body Kindness
EN Book of advice for members of the support system for a person recovering from an eating disorder Loving Someone with an Eating Disorder
EN Self-help book for women recovering from eating disorders that focus on empowerment and self-discovery Eating in the Light of the Moon
EN Step-by-step resource for recovery (ED) that includes yoga-based movement, body-awareness practices, meditation and journaling exercises Befriending Your Body
NL Exercises for recovery Gids voor herstel van eetstoornissen
NL A guide to recovering from bulimia Bevrijd jezelf van eetbuien & boulimia
NL Self-help book for addiction De verslaving voorbij

Apps & Podcasts (Eating problems & addiction)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN PODCAST: Overcoming disordered eating Love, Food
EN PODCAST: Tips for better wellbeing and managing disordered eating The Body Kindness Podcast
EN PODCAST: A guide to a positive recovery Phoenix
EN Self-care toolkit Sanvello
NL PODCAST: A guide to recovering from disordered eating Eerste Hulp Bij Eetstoornis
NL Mental health app Fit in Je Hoofd
EN PODCAST: on support and inspiration for people who are recovering from an eating disorder The Recovery Warrior Show, Recovery Warriors
EN App for people in recovery (ED), includes support resources such as coping mechanisms, structured meal plans and a secure chat line Recovery Record
EN App with tools to manage eating disorders Rise Up

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AD(H)D & Autism

Links (AD(H)D & Autism)

Language of site About Source
EN/NL Disability Support at UM Video Disability Support
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/disability
EN A help guide for ADHD https://www.harleytherapy.co.uk/adhd-help-guide.htm
EN Tips for university students living with autism https://university.which.co.uk/advice/student-life/living-with-autism-going-to-university
EN Tips for college students with ADHD https://www.verywellmind.com/college-students-with-adhd-20820
NL Autisme treatment https://www.autisme.nl/over-autisme/behandeling-en-begeleiding/
NL Autism self-test https://www.parnassiagroep.nl/uw-probleem/autisme/test
NL Online AD(H)D self-test https://www.mentaalbeter.nl/Pages/nl-NL/Volwassen-ADHD/adhdtest
NL Students living with ADD www.jados.nl


Books (AD(H)D & Autism)

Language of book About Source
EN Self-help guide for people with ADD ADD: Friendly Ways to Organise Your Life
EN A guide for patients and their family members on ADHD Driven to Distraction
EN Sensory strategies for living with AD(H)D Fidget to Focus
EN Self-help book for adults with ADD You Mean I’m Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?
EN Self-help workbook for ADHD Mastering Your Adult ADHD
NL Tips to focus better https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNp_v1aviBI&amp=&feature=youtu.be
NL A practical guide for people with ADHD Hyper Sapiens
NL Understanding autism Dit Is Autisme
NL For people living with someone with ADHD Leven met ADHD

Apps & Podcasts (AD(H)D & Autism)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN Productivity app Focus Booster
EN Productivity tracker app BeFocused
EN Pomodoro app PomoDone
EN Stay focused app Forest
NL Unieke ADHD app Super Brains
NL Timing app om structuur te verbeteren Time TIMER

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Inspirational

Links (Inspirational)

Language of site

About

Source
EN Inspirational ideas from all spheres of life https://bigthink.com/
EN Celebrate leadership and improve each other’s lives https://www.ted.com/talks/drew_dudley_everyday_leadership
EN The key to success https://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_grit_the_power_of_passion_and_perseverance
EN Why being an introvert is not a bad thing https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts
EN Understand the power of perspective https://www.ted.com/talks/chimamanda_adichie_the_danger_of_a_single_story
EN Brene Brown’s TED Talk on vulnerability and self-awareness TED Talk: Brene Brown on Vulnerability
EN Online store for mindfulness, relationships, health and healing https://www.soundstrue.com/store/
NL Video - “What veroorzaakt al die chaos in je hoofd” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-2OE4AFCRE
NL Eat, live and think green https://www.youtube.com/user/degroenemeisjes
EN

How to forgive

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-K5btaxEFY 

Books (Inspirational)

Language of book

About

Source
EN A guide to spiritual enlightenment The Power of Now
EN Self-help on time management Eat That Frog!
EN A guide on self-worth, shame and wholehearted living The gift of imperfection
EN Delve deeper into the impacts of mass media on our wellbeing and lives Addicted to Distraction
NL Overcoming perfectionism self-help book The Power of Vulnerability
NL How to eat and live sustainably De Groene Meisjes
NL How to be vulnerable and accept your imperfections Sterker Dan Ooit
NL A booklet on personal development Coach Jezelf Naar Succes
NL Declutter your life with Marie Kondo Opgeruimd!

Apps & Podcasts (Inspirational)

Language of app/podcast

About

Source
EN Meditation and mindfulness app Stop, Breathe and Think
EN Self-care toolkit Sanvello
EN Meditation and sleep app Headspace
EN Positive vibes and motivation Oprah’s Supersoul Conversations
EN Positive affirmations and daily motivation ThinkUp
NL Mental health app Fit in Je Hoofd
NL Short stories from real people Echt Gebeurd

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Mindfulness & relaxation

Links (Mindfulness & relaxation)

Language of site About Source
EN Mindfulness training Mindfulness in Eight Weeks
EN How to overcome stress and improve mindfulness The Happiness Trap
EN How to overcome emotional distress Mind over Mood
EN Mindfulness online course https://www.bemindfulonline.com/
EN TedTalk on taking 10 minutes for mindfulness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzR62JJCMBQ
EN Online store for mindfulness, relationships, health and healing https://www.soundstrue.com/store/
NL Self-help book Mindfulness voor Jongeren
NL Mindfulness coaching for families https://inliefdegedragen.nl/
NL Mindfulness training in Maastricht https://mindfulnessfabriek.nl/maastricht/
EN

Mindfulness meditation workshop at UM

 https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/your-career/developing-competencies/lectures-workshops-and-training-courses#Mindfulness
EN

Healthy sleep tips

 https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-hygiene/healthy-sleep-tips
EN

TedTalk on listening to your body

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nzOdgRdivo
EN Sleep modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Sleep

Books (Mindfulness & relaxation)

Language of book About Source
EN A guide to mindful meditation Meditation For Fidgety Skeptics
EN Simple daily exercises to develop mindfulness The Mindful Day
EN Daily 10-minute mindfulness exercises The Little Book of Mindfulness
EN How to improve resilience through mindfulness-based training The Resilience Toolkit
EN Self-help guide to mindfulness-based cognitive therapy Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy: Embodied Presence and Inquiry in Practice
EN TED talk on taking 10 minutes for mindfulness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzR62JJCMBQ
NL Mindfulness-based exercises to control anxiety Angst beheersen met mindfulness
NL How to integrate mindfulness into your daily life Voluit Leven
NL Mindfulness-based exercises and meditation Mindfulness: Voor een gelukkig leven
NL

Overcome stress, fatigue and anxiety through mindfulness training

 Mindfulness

Apps & Podcasts (Mindfulness & relaxation)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN ACT mindfully podcast ACTmindfully
EN Daily mindfulness exercises app Mindfulness Daily
EN Mindfulness meditation app The Mindfulness App
EN Meditation and mindfulness app Stop, Breathe and Think
EN Podcast on the symptoms of depression and mindfulness as a solution Mindfulness and Depression with Professor Zindel Segal
EN Meditation app Headspace
EN Managing stress app Calm
NL Mental health app Fit in Je Hoofd
EN Mindfulness of the breath Mindfulness of the breath
EN Watching Thoughts Watching Thoughts

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Academic Life

Links (Academic Life)

Language of site About Source
EN UM study advisers https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/during-your-studies/student-guidance/study-advisers
EN/NL UM Student Deans Video UM Student Deans
EN/NL Disability Support Video Disability Support
EN/NL UM Profileringsfonds Video UM Profileringsfonds
EN Improving your study techniques https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/improving-study-techniques
EN/NL Take a break from studying and work on your health at the gym https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/sports
EN TedTalk on procrastination https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arj7oStGLkU
EN Relaxing in Maastricht https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/lifeum/relaxing-maastricht
EN Proofreading and writing coach http://www.anikaswritingcorner.eu/
EN/NL High quality tutoring and study support https://successformula.nl/Maastricht/#
NL Tips to focus better https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNp_v1aviBI&amp=&feature=youtu.be
NL Study tips http://www.studietips.leidenuniv.nl/index.html
NL Study strategies and tips https://student.uva.nl/content/az/succesvol-studeren/studievaardigheden/studievaardigheden---tipsheets.html
NL Tips to focus better https://www.psychologiemagazine.nl/artikel/beter-focussen/
EN/NL ThesisSupportAll UM https://library.maastrichtuniversity.nl/information-skills/thesis-supportall/
EN/NL Student to student advice UM https://library.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/peer-point/
EN

NHS – eating well recipes and tips

 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/?tabname=recipes-and-tips
NL Study tips on procrastination https://web.universiteitleiden.nl/ics/sz/so/uitdoe.html
EN Procrastination modules and worksheets https://cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Procrastination
NL Hoe sterk is jouw neiging tot uitstellen - Universiteit Leiden https://web.universiteitleiden.nl/ics/sz/so/webexpert/lps-l.htm


Books (Academic Life)

Language of book About Source
EN Self-help on time management Eat That Frog!
EN Strategies to stop procrastinating and improving productivity The Procrastination Fix
EN How to avoid procrastination The Anti-Procrastination Mindset
EN A guide to studying smart, not hard How to Become a Straight-A Student
EN E-book on study stress https://teachpsych.org/ebooks/mentortoldme
EN How to avoid distractions and better focus Deep Work
NL Reduce stress and increase productivity Een Opgeruimde Geest
NL Relaxation workbook Nooit Meer Te Druk
NL How to be more productive Getting Things Done
NL How to stop putting things off and start getting things done Uitstelgedrag


Apps & Podcasts (Academic Life)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN Productivity app Focus Booster
EN Productivity tracker app BeFocused
EN Pomodoro app PomoDone
EN Stay focused app Forest
EN Improve productivity mindfully Mindful Productivity Podcast
NL Podcast on increasing productivity Hoe Krijg Je Het Voor elkaar?
NL Mental health app Fit in Je Hoofd

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Sexual Harassment

Links (Sexual Harassment)

Language of site About Source
EN Reporting undesirable behaviour to the UM confidential advisor for students

https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/during-your-studies/student-guidance/confidential-advisor-students 


Flowchart: what to do when you have experienced or have witnessed undesirable behaviour

 vertrouwenspersoon@maastrichtuniversity.nl
EN Reporting undesirable behaviour formally to the Complaint Service Point https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/support/during-your-studies/complaints-service-point/step-step-plan-filing-objection-appeal-or-0
EN Consent matters https://www.facebook.com/consentmattersmaastricht/
EN/NL Sexual health service http://www.rutgers.international/programmes/netherlands http://www.rutgers.nl/
EN/NL Centre for Sexual Health – free and confidential talks on sexuality, contraception and STD testing https://www.ggdzl.nl/burgers/seksuele-gezondheid/
NL Slachtofferhulp https://www.slachtofferhulp.nl/gebeurtenissen/seksueel-misbruik-geweld/seksuele-intimidatie/
EN/NL General Practitioner https://hapmaastricht.nl/nl/aangesloten-huisartsen
NL Zedenpolitie https://www.politie.nl/themas/seksueel-misbruik.html

 0900-8844
NL Veilig Thuis https://www.veiligthuisgv.nl/

 0800-2000
EN Understanding consent http://www.consentiseverything.com/#Home
NL Information on STDs https://www.soaaids.nl/nl
NL Facts and figures on sexual health https://www.loketgezondleven.nl/gezonde-gemeente/leefstijlthemas/seksuele-gezondheid/cijfers-en-feiten-seksuele-gezondheid
NL Sporenkaart Centrum Seksueel Geweld Sporenkaart Centrum Seksueel Geweld
NL Slachtofferhulp Nederland - offers anonymous access to online closed and non-closed groups of fellow sufferers https://www.slachtofferhulp.nl
NL Slachtofferwijzer.nl https://slachtofferwijzer.nl
NL Stichting Landelijk Advocaten Netwerk Gewelds- en Zeden Slachtoffers (LANGZS). LANGZS focuses on legal assistance to victims of serious violence and sex crimes. https://langzs.nl/
NL Helpwanted.nl: for information and advice on online abuse https://www.helpwanted.nl/
NL Chatmetfier.nl: for help and information after all forms of (sexual) violence https://www.fier.nl/chat-met-fier


Books (Sexual Harassment)

Language of book About Source
EN A self-help guide on starting the journey to recovery The Rape Recover Handbook
EN Prevention course on sexual harassment Trumping the Rape Culture and Sexual Assault
EN Overcoming PTSD and recovering from sexual harassment Light Shines in the Darkness
EN Male survivors guide Evicting the Perpetrator
EN Workbook for anxiety and worries using ACT The Mindfulness & Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety
NL Understanding survival responses and processing sexual abuse experiences Verlamd van angst
NL Healing after sexual harassment traumas Helen van seksueel misbruik
NL A guide for victims of trauma Echo’s van trauma
NL Coping with trauma Sterker worden waar het pijn doet


Apps & Podcasts (Sexual Harassment)

Language of app/podcast About Source
EN PODCAST: Surviving sexual assault What would feminists do?
EN PODCAST: survivors on sexual trauma and recovery After
EN APP: safety app against sexual harassment Circle of 6
EN APP: connecting sexual harassment and assault survivors Callisto
NL PODCAST: Facing sexual harassment on the streets Seksuele intimidatie op straat
NL PODCAST: How to deal with sexual misbehaviour Hoe verwek je seksueel misbruik?

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