Wellbeing: Resources, Games & Apps

Apps

There are lots of free apps available which can help support your wellbeing. But you should bear in mind the following when downloading any such apps:

• An app can offer general support, but it can't diagnose a condition or offer specific personalised support. Therefore, if you are worried about your wellbeing or mental health, get in touch with a support service or talk to a professional
• Consider the source and trustworthiness of any app you download. It may be out of date by the time you download it and so may not be accurate. 
• Some apps require a subscription. You can utilise free trials to explore the app and try it but make sure you cancel any subscriptions before you are charged unless you're happy to pay for them.

Here's some popular apps:

Breethe - de-stress, be happier & healthier with over 1500 guided meditations, soothing music, nature sounds, inspirational talks and much more

Happify - science-based activities and games can help reduce stress, overcome negative thoughts.

Headspace - Meditation and mindfulness is made simple.

Insight Timer - for sleep, anxiety and stress.

MoodTools - designed to help you combat depression and alleviate your negative moods

My Possible Self - the mental health app using clinically certified content from Priory Healthcare to help reduce anxiety, stress and low mood.

Sleep Cycle - tracks and analyzes your sleep, waking you up at the most perfect time, feeling rested!

Streaks - the to-do list that helps you form good habits.

SuperBetter - builds resilience - the ability to stay strong, motivated and optimistic even in the face of difficult obstacles.

Youper - is a self-help application guided by AI designed to support users in taking care of their emotional health.

Wakeout! - exercise breaks.

Mental Health Ireland

Resource Packs

• 5000 Steps to Wellbeing - Walking Event Kit
• Connect Café - Share a conversation and connect!

Podcasts

• Loneliness
• Technology and youth mental health.
• Sleep
• Nutrition
• Mind-body connection
• Mental health and recovery
• Reflecting on Resilience
• Looking Back and Moving Forward

Websites

Mind - for better mental health

Mindful.org - the voice of the emerging mindfulness community, providing insight, information, and inspiration to help us all live more mindfully.

Mindfulness for Students - bringing the benefits of mindfulness practice to students

Student Health Matters

Irish students can access safe, evidence based and reliable health information instantly. The Irish Student Health Association (ISHA) has launched a 'Student Health Matters' app and Interactive eBook, providing students with easy, quick and convenient access to reliable and relevant health information, all in one place.

►App 

►eBook

Games

Beautiful Games - for relaxation & stress relief

Colouring - free downloadable designs to colour.

Jigsaw Planet - millions of free jigsaw puzzles created by a large community.

Sudoku - the popular Japanese puzzle game based on the logical placement of numbers.

Financial Supports for Students

Quit Smoking 

DrinkAware

DRINKS CALCULATOR

What's the real impact of alcohol on your health, wellbeing and bank balance? 

Alcohol and You 

Alcohol and Your Mental Health

Drugs.ie

DRUGS TEST 

An interactive drug ‘self-assessment and brief intervention’ resource.

Understanding Eating Disorders

Sexual Health

Just as with other aspect of your health, your sexual health is extremely important.

Explore Sexual Health & Wellbeing to find out about contraception, fertility and pregnancy, STI's and more.

Timers

Set timers for studying and taking breaks using TomatoTimer, a flexible and easy to use online Pomodoro Technique Timer. Taking regular breaks is really important for our overall wellbeing and also has a positive impact on productivity.