Mental health
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Advising and prevention
Early Detection Center at the University Hospital Dresden
The Early Detection Center “DD früh dran!” at the Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital is aimed at people between the ages of 18 and 35. Isolated psychological complaints such as sadness, anxiety or sleep problems are normal and affect everyone from time to time. However, they can also be the precursors of a mental disorder, and early detection increases the success of treatment. The aim of the Early Detection Center is to identify, advise and, if necessary, treat people before they develop a serious mental disorder.
Early Detection Center “DD früh dran!” website
Mindfulness and stress reduction
Discover the power of mindfulness and boost your mental health! Our mindfulness health program offers the opportunity to take a break from the stresses of daily life and strengthen your mental health.
Mindfulness is a proven method for reducing stress, improving concentration and increasing general well-being. Our courses use various techniques to consciously focus attention on the present moment and to let go of negative thoughts. By practicing regularly, you can hone your self-awareness and find an inner calm that helps you stay relaxed even in stressful situations. Our qualified trainers will guide you on your mindfulness journey and provide you with valuable tips and exercises. For more information, please visit the mindfulness and stress reduction web page.
Relaxation
Relaxation techniques help to reduce physical and mental stress and promote well-being. Find your personal relaxation method from among various techniques such as autogenic training, the Feldenkrais method, meditation, Qi Gong, Shiatsu, Tai Ji Quan, yoga or ZEN.
- Dresden University Sports Center (DHSZ)
The various courses (including Carus Campus sports courses) can be found under the heading “Sport program A–Z.”- Costs: Subject to charge, reduced prices for staff and students
- Program languages: German, yoga also available in English
Relaxation rooms
TU Dresden offers relaxation rooms at many locations where you can regain energy and take a short break from your daily work and study routine. You can find an overview of the relaxation rooms on campus here.
Finding a psychotherapist
Anyone can experience periods of anxiety, sadness, exhaustion, or difficulty sleeping or concentrating. This is normal and often these symptoms disappear after a while. However, if you suffer a great deal from them, cannot cope with them on your own or they last for a long time, it is worth seeking psychotherapeutic help.
KV Sachsen provides a search engine with numerous filter options (including 'language' which can be found under Zusatzangaben) on its website.
This service is used to arrange counselling with a psychotherapist and acute treatment. It can only be reached by telephone on the following number: 116 117. Further information can be found on the website of KV Sachsen (in German).
The service offers advice on the selection of a suitable therapist (telephone: +49 30 209166330, please refer to the website for consultation times). In addition, it provides information on “psychotherapy” and “legal matters” as well as a guide for the path to psychotherapy.
Addiction
Smoking Cessation Center
If you want to stop smoking, the Rauchfreizentrum (Smoking Cessation Center) at Dresden University Hospital offers group programs to help you quit. These are based on the Smoke-Free Program, a smoking cessation approach based on scientific findings in addiction medicine. For exact dates of the monthly courses, which consist of 7 sessions, as well as the registration form, please visit the Rauchfreizentrum website.
- Costs: EUR 150 course fee (the course fee can be partially reimbursed by your statutory health insurance provider)
- Program languages: German