Learning is an innately positive activity. However, student mental wellbeing in higher education is at crisis point, with research showing that not only do issues with mental health affect students’ chances of success, but that higher education can exacerbate or even cause wellbeing issues. In my talk, I’ll present research findings that give tangible examples of small things that can make a big difference to mental wellbeing in learning. MA in Educational Technology. Teaching licentiate and senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Advance HE associate advising on inclusive teaching and learning. Prominent speaker on mental wellbeing in higher education, and currently studying for a doctorate in mental health in distance learning. Member of Student Minds’ SMARTEN network. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at
Learning is an innately positive activity. However, student mental wellbeing in higher education is at crisis point, with research showing that not only do issues with mental health affect students’ chances of success, but that higher education can exacerbate or even cause wellbeing issues. In my talk, I’ll present research findings that give tangible examples of small things that can make a big difference to mental wellbeing in learning. MA in Educational Technology. Teaching licentiate and senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Advance HE associate advising on inclusive teaching and learning. Prominent speaker on mental wellbeing in higher education, and currently studying for a doctorate in mental health in distance learning. Member of Student Minds’ SMARTEN network. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at
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