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Group news - please see below for powerpoints etc from past presentations
There will be a new round of workshops at the start of the academic year. These will be advertised on this website, and also appear on notices through the grey log-in box.
We are currently running a PhD Students Group. This group offers a space in which students can look at a range of issues connected with the experience of doing doctoral research work, including stress, motivation, writer's block and isolation. Participants will get help to regain perspective on their research work, develop creative solutions and strategies, and experience a reduction in emotional stress and tension. The group will also help students to gain understanding of the impact of different personal, familial, institutional and cultural stressors on themselves and their work. This group is a slow-open group in that members may leave the group over time and spaces will become available. If you are interested in taking up a place in the group, please contact us via student.counselling@lse.ac.uk or call 020 7852 3627.
Past Groups
The Self Esteem Group will be run again in October 2008. This group is for students who may sometimes lack confidence or feel they have low self - esteem. It explores ways of raising self-esteem, how to think more positively, and how to become more confident. Likewise, the Stress Management Group will be run again in October. This 3 week group provides an opportunity to examine anxieties and concerns about being at LSE, and learn a range of new coping strategies to help manage with all different types of stress. Both these groups will be repeated in future terms.
Presentations and Workshops
Please see below for information about past presentations, including powerpoints and video captures.
Recent Workshops
Studying and surviving at LSE - Powerpoint available here; session can be watched on video here (starts at 5:20 minutes)
This presentation looked at the experience of being a student at LSE, putting into context the challenges that lie ahead, tips for coping and a review of stress management skills. Wednesday 10 October 2007
Psychological Challenges Faced By MSc Students - Powerpoint available here
What are the changes involved in adjusting to being an MSc student? The presentation included a focus on how can you cope with the difficulties and stresses of this intense programme. Wednesday 17 October
Overcoming Psychological Issues Involved In The Task Of Writing - Powerpoint available here; session can be watched on video here (starts at 1.02 minutes)
Presentation looking at ways of thinking about the task of writing, with advice and tips to help manage blocks and unhelpful fears. It included a range of management techniques for dealing with common writing difficulties, such as procrastination and perfectionism. Thursday 18 October, repeated Wednesday 31 October; video for the repeated session in the Old Theatre on 31.10.07 is here
Acclimatising To London Life - Mid Term Review
This workshop is particularly for International Students. This is an opportunity to get together to share experiences and reactions to life in London. It will include time to share tips and ideas about how to get the most out of this time. Wednesday 24 October 2007
New Beginning ... New problems
An informal and safe space to share your expectations and concerns. The first term can be as exciting as it can be overwhelming, and this is an opportunity to overcome common obstacles and problem-solve as a group. Wednesday 31 October
End of term review for MSc students - Powerpoint available here
This presentation was an opportunity to look back over the first term, reviewing the progress made and anticipating future challenges. It included a look at the tasks that lie ahead for MSc's, and a review of stress management skills that can help you deal with the stresses of this programme. Wednesday 28 November
Overcoming Perfectionism - Powerpoint available here.
This workshop looked at the difficulties with perfectionism, which impedes the progress that many students make in their work, both in written assignments and in preparing for coming exams. It included a range of techniques and tips for dealing with them. Monday 14 January.
Procrastination workshop - Powerpoint available here; Questionnaire here.
This looked at the difficulties with procrastination, examining the negative thoughts and behaviours that inhibit students from being able to work. It also examined a range of techniques and practical tips. Wednesday 6 February.
Project Management for PhD students - Powerpoint available here.
This looked at the psychological issues within the PhD process, with a particular focus on perfectionism and procrastination. It also examined a range of techniques and practical tips. Tuesday 26 and Thursday 28 February.
Exam workshop - Powerpoint available here.
This workshop looked at useful tips for revision and preparing for exams, as well as many stress management techniques. Thursday 1 May.
Stopping & Starting - A workshop on perfectionism and procrastination
This workshop was for MSc and PhD students, and explored many of the psychological challenges that can impede and inhibit different stages in the writing process. See below for previous powerpoints dealing with perfectionism and procrastination. There are also powerpoints and videos on many issues for MSc students at the Learning World website.
Relaxation Workshop: These may be repeated in future terms.
Please also look in the Learning World website for details of study skills events; the site also includes videos and handouts from a range of past presentations.
Longer term group psychotherapy is available through the Institute of Group Analysis and The Women's Therapy Centre. Both organisations offer this with a sliding scale £5 - £45.
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