Mental health & wellbeing
Looking after the people who will look after Malta
Health-sciences studies are demanding. You should never have to carry that alone — here is where to find support, and what MHSA is doing about it.
Need help now?
Urgent support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out immediately. These services are free and confidential.
112
Emergency services
1579
Crisis Resolution Malta (24/7)
kellimni.com
Kellimni.com — online chat support
1770
Richmond Foundation OLLI support line
Where to turn
Support available to you
University counselling
Free, confidential counselling is available to all University of Malta students through the Counselling Unit at Student Advisory Services. Sessions are booked directly and are independent of your faculty.
Peer support
Talking to someone who has been through the same placements, exams and clinical pressures helps. MHSA connects students with senior peers for informal, judgement-free conversations.
Academic pressure
If mental health is affecting your studies, you may be entitled to support or special arrangements. We can help you understand the options and speak to the Faculty on your behalf.
Confidential reporting
Experienced something on placement or on campus that affected your wellbeing? Our complaints form is fully anonymous — no names, no emails, no tracking.
Our work
What MHSA is doing
Wellbeing is part of our advocacy, not an afterthought.
Mental Health Awareness Week
An annual week of talks, workshops and campaigns tackling stigma among students and the wider community.
Wellbeing in clinical placement
Advocacy for realistic placement hours, proper debriefing after difficult cases, and mentorship for first-year students entering clinical settings.
Exam-season check-ins
Peer-led study support, sleep and stress guidance, and quiet-space signposting during the February and June exam sessions.
You are not a burden
Reaching out early is a clinical skill, not a weakness. If you are unsure where to start, message the committee — we will point you to the right service, in confidence.