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Well-being at Nova SBE

Nova SBE aims to promote a healthy and engaging student experience where students can thrive. This team's mission is to co-create a positive, supportive, and healthy environment where cooperation and inclusion are nurtured and integration are facilitated, leading to more significant mental health and well-being.  

Our Programs and Resources

Well-being Platform

Well-being Platform

This is a dynamic and inclusive platform designed to support the holistic well-being of the entire Nova SBE community. It offers a wide range of resources and initiatives that foster mental health, emotional resilience, social connection, and personal development.

The platform also serves as the central access point for psychoeducational workshops, support group sessions, and individual psychological support, provided in accordance with the assessment conducted by the Well-being team. 

The entire Nova SBE community can explore detailed information about our community events, such as World Mental Health Day and Well-being Week, as well as access self-help resources, off-campus psychological services (including trusted external partners), and a list of emergency contacts for immediate support.

Community Well-being Ambassadors (CWBA)

Community Well-being Ambassadors (CWBA)

Our students, staff and faculty CWBA are here to promote mental health awareness and provide peer support.  

Workshops

Workshops

The Well-being workshops are designed to teach practical skills in a structured, short-term format, typically delivered over two sessions that build on each other. Participation is optional, and the content is usually based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles, focusing on education, self-awareness, and actionable strategies.

Support groups

Support groups

Support groups are designed to be a supportive resource, providing an environment where peer interactions can lead to personal growth and relief from stress.  

Community Events

Community Events

The World Mental Health Day at Nova SBE and Well-being Week are organized to promote and support our community’s mental health and encourage a healthy lifestyle. 

Contacts

Mental Health Policy

At Nova SBE, we promote well-being and are committed to mental health, ensuring that our Nova SBE community has access to support.

In this context, we have developed a mental health policy, which sets out the rules, terms, and conditions under which any organization or professional in the field of mental health can collaborate with Nova SBE by providing psychological support services on terms that are more advantageous for our community, ensuring greater and easier access to these services.

The policy is available for consultation below, and any organization or mental health professional who meets the requirements set out therein may contact Nova SBE to establish a partnership and contribute to this shared mission. If you would like to collaborate with us, please send an email to: wellbeing@novasbe.pt

Below you will find the organizations with which Nova SBE has partnerships under this policy, which any member of the Nova SBE community can contact directly to benefit from the agreed advantages.

Mental health policy (portuguese)

Partnerships

At Nova SBE, we foster well-being through collaboration. We work with trusted organizations and professionals who share our commitment to providing mental health support for our community. All partnerships are developed in alignment with our Mental Health Policy, ensuring they contribute to an inclusive, safe, and evidence-based environment.

PIN – Partners in Neuroscience

PIN is a specialized multidisciplinary team that seeks constant updating and personalized care tailored to the uniqueness of those seeking help.

You can find more detailed information on our wellbeing platform.