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  7. Healthy during your studies
  8. Mental Health
  9. Social network
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Social network

Interacting with other students can be a source of relief, motivation, and new perspectives. Sharing experiences, asking questions, or finding solutions together not only strengthens a sense of community but also enhances your personal well-being during your studies.

On this page, you’ll find opportunities and platforms that provide space for connection, networking, and mutual support—informal, accessible, and compatible to your everyday student life.

Are you looking for a community that brings people together and offers support?

Studierendenvertretung der Universität Bamberg

The student councils at the University of Bamberg represent students’ interests, provide a place for academic and personal exchange, and promote social and mental well-being in everyday student life through counseling, networking, and community activities.

Social Sciences, Economics & Business Administration - Student Council (SOWI)

Information Systems and Applied Computer Sciences - Student Council (WIAI)

Humanities - Student Council (GUK)

Human Sciences and Education - Student Council (HUWI)

Are you looking for someone to talk to – in the evening or at night?

Nightline Bamberg

Nightline Bamberg offers students an anonymous and confidential service in the evenings and at night where they can talk and share their thoughts.

Opening hours: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 pm to midnight

Telephone number:
0157 35233503

 

Are you looking for a safe space to talk about mental health issues?

HOPES Bamberg

HOPES Bamberg is a self-help group run by and for students at the University of Bamberg who have experienced mental health issues or emotional crises. Within the group, you can connect with others, share experiences and find mutual support in your day-to-day student life – in a safe and confidential environment.

Taking part offers you the chance to overcome social isolation, feel understood and exchange practical tips. HOPES is not a substitute for therapy, but can be a valuable addition.

Interested? Simply contact the group by email: hopes(at)uni-bamberg.de

The meeting point and dates will be communicated by the group via email once you have made contact.

 

Would you like to discuss issues relating to autism and make new connections?

The Autism Meet-up at the University of Bamberg provides a space for discussion, socialising and networking on the topic of autism, and is open to all members of the university community.

Further information about the autism meet-up and how to get in touch can be found here.

Feel like talking? - Peer counseling via WhatsApp & email

StudylifeBalance

Do you feel like talking—but don’t want to have a face-to-face conversation right now?

The volunteer peer counselors at Studylife-balance offer you the opportunity to talk confidentially and easily—whenever it’s convenient for you, via WhatsApp or email. Our trained peer counselors are here to support you with understanding and as equals.

 

Would you rather chat than talk?

krisenchat gGmbH

‘Krisenchat’ offers free, confidential support via chat 24 hours a day for anyone under 25. There are no chatbots – instead, trained experts are on hand to help you via chat. Together, you can talk about your worries so that you can start feeling better again soon.

 Here you will find further information and access to the ‘Krisenchat’.

 

Is someone close to you suffering from a mental health condition – and are you affected by it too?

You don’t have to face your questions and worries alone!

Perhaps you’re not only coping with the demands of your studies, but also have additional responsibilities or concerns for someone close to you who is struggling with mental health issues.

This could be a parent, a sibling, your partner, a fellow student or a flatmate. The challenges this brings can be overwhelming. Often, family members feel alone with their worries and don’t know what support is available.
 

If you find yourself in this situation, it may be helpful to get in touch with others in a similar situation or to seek professional advice.

 

ApK Bayern e. V. (Relatives of People with Mental Illness) supports young relatives and close friends with a range of free services, including:

  • Online support groups for young carers
  • Personalised telephone counselling
  • A social media community for sharing experiences and networking (Instagram: @jungeangehoerige  @jungeangehoerige)

Contact: ja(at)lapk-bayern.de

Do you feel you need (more) support?

Here you will find further offers of help and support.

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