Most colleges have a society for gay, lesbian and bisexual students. Some students suffer a crisis of faith when they leave home for the first time and this can be particularly unsettling. If this happens to you, it may be worth speaking to the college chaplain or a student counsellor. Any addiction, whether it be to drugs or alcohol, or any other substance, needs proper treatment. Alcohol is a known depressant and although it may make you feel better at first, the initial boost only lasts a short time.
Prescribed medication can react dangerously with alcohol, drugs or other illegal substances.
Depression Alliance is the UK's leading self-help organisation for people suffering from depression. It can provide information, understanding and local self-help groups for the benefit of depression sufferers. Depression Alliance is a registered charity run by depressives, ex-depressives and carers. We are here to help in total confidence whenever you feel the need. Many undergraduates are members of our charity and we run a special under 25s section, appreciating the life stresses experienced by so many undergraduates in the 90s.