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The Student Health Lab at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) offers a comprehensive overview of various psychosocial counseling services, student listening and self-help programs, as well as crisis and support options for students in Karlsruhe. |
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The association "Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V." is committed to promoting mental health and destigmatizing young people through Germany-wide prevention programs in schools, universities, and companies. Participation in the educational programs is free of charge for institutions through health insurance subsidies, while accompanying informational materials are available for purchase in the online shop. |
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The Federal Association for Burnout and Depression (BBuD) supports those affected by or at risk of stress-induced illnesses through solution-oriented self-help groups, a helpline, and volunteer counseling. Psychosocial counseling and support services for those affected are free of charge, while specific lectures, seminars, and workshops on workplace prevention can be booked by companies for a fee. |
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The German Depression Aid and Suicide Prevention Foundation provides nationwide education, research funding, and direct support for people with depression and their families. Those affected can take advantage of free services such as the Depression Helpline, an anonymous online self-management program, and regional self-help groups. Fees may apply only for specialized training courses, conferences, or the transportation of loaned informational exhibits. |
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As a medical research network, the German Center for Mental Health (DZPG) brings together expertise from across Germany to develop new methods for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illnesses. Access to well-founded specialist information on clinical pictures and scientific findings, as well as the facilitation of and participation in clinical trials, is free of charge for the general public. However, specific, structured professional training courses, scientific conferences, or specialized continuing education programs offered by the DZPG Academy may be subject to fees for medical professionals. |
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The Central Institute for Mental Health (ZI) in Mannheim researches the causes of mental illness and, as a specialized psychiatric clinic, offers comprehensive outpatient, inpatient, and community psychiatric treatments. Medical and therapeutic care, as well as participation in scientific studies, are free of charge for patients with statutory health insurance through their regular health insurance, while the multi-professional advanced training programs and state-recognized therapy training courses at the institute’s own academies (ZPP) are subject to a fee. |
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Voices of Academia - Improving mental health and wellness in academia by giving you a voice |
The global initiative "Voices of Academia" promotes mental health and well-being in academia by offering students, researchers, and professors a platform to share their experiences. Reading the blog posts, sharing your own stories, and subscribing to the newsletter are completely free of charge. Since this is a community blog run entirely by volunteers, no paid services or products are sold through the platform itself. |
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The nationwide "Mental Health Week campaign" (coordinated by the Mental Health Action Alliance) offers over 800 regional and digital courses every October, such as workshops, lectures, and art exhibitions, to raise awareness about mental health. Participation in these information and counseling services is completely free of charge for the entire population. Commercial offerings are excluded; fees may apply only for institutional professional events or for placing advertisements in the Berlin program booklet. |
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Coachingzone Wissenschaft - Resources for Doctoral Researchers |
The Coachingzone Science platform offers in-depth resources, expert articles, and podcast episodes to support doctoral researchers with academic writing, time management, and motivation. While access to the blog, the podcast, and the online resources provided is completely free of charge, the specialized, individual doctoral coaching and consulting services are subject to a fee. |
