Discover places you can use to decompress

Campus can be a lot, with students travelling across campus to lectures, to grab food or meet up with friends and if you're neurodivergent, this may be stressful to navigate. 

Here is some advice about neurodivergent friendly places on campus you can use to decompress from the chaos of it all. 

University libraries 

The University libraries are actively working to improve study environments in collaboration with neurodivergent students including: 

• Brotherton Library silent spaces which enforce quiet to ensure everyone can work with few distractions

• Edward Boyle Library accessible rooms and low sensory pod which are developed to reduce overstimulation from noise and intense lights.

Quiet room in Disability Services

The quiet room is a low-sensory space which students can use if they need time to decompress. 

There’s a comfy sofa, floor cushions, CD player with calming music, adjustable lighting and lamps and fidget toys. 

It doesn’t need booking – you can ask to use it at the front desk, or you can show a card to anyone at Reception without having talk. 

Cafes on campus 

There are a range of cafes on campus but many can get busy quickly which can be overwhelming.

If you need a quiet place to decompress, you can visit a hidden gem 'Fuse' located at the School of Chemical and Process Engineering which is known for being a quiet place with plenty of space, perfect to take some time from the business of lecture halls and the SU. 

Location: First floor, The School of Chemical and Process Engineering

Sensory Garden at Charles Morris Hall

This wheelchair-accessible garden is designed with tactile plants, calming scents, and soothing sounds.

If you are seeking a tranquil environment, make sure to have a visit as the garden has been made to provide relaxation and reduce sensory overload (it's also absolutely beautiful throughout the year!)

Disability services - support available for you 

If you want further support, make sure to reach out to the Disability Services, either by dropping in or booking an online appointment where they can answer any questions you might have and let you know the support available to you.