Mental Wellbeing
WELLBEING DIRECTORIES
We are in a difficult time in which lots of us have struggled at some point or another. That’s why it is so important that we look after ourselves and one another! These directories contain links to fantastic websites and materials aimed at supporting us all through this challenging time.
If you know of other brilliant resources we can include, please email them to cga@clapton.hackney.sch.uk
CLICK on pictures below to access the Wellbeing Directories
10 Wellbeing Tips
10 tips to strengthen your mental wellbeing. Positive mental wellbeing doesn’t always happen automatically – sometimes we have to work extremely hard at it but the more we practise, the stronger and more skilled we become.
Read the tips in order from 1 to 10 or just read the ones which most apply to you. Read all of the slides in each presentation from start to finish so that you get a balanced view of the information. Each presentation contains suggested links to reliable websites in case you want to explore a topic further.
Remember, we are all individuals and what works well for one person may not work as well for someone else. What’s important is that we find out what strategies work for us depending on what situation we are in. Find what works for you.
Wellbeing Lessons
A brilliant video communicating how the body and brain responds to trauma. ‘Stress on the Brain’ was made by a group of students from New River College (Islington), working with SoapBox Youth Centre. They talk about stress, trauma, the effect on your brain and give tips to help stay calm in stressful situations.
The Teen Sleep Hub
The one stop shop for all you need to know about sleep - advice on how to sleep better, tips on tweaking your routine and help in understanding the science behind your sleep patterns, it’s all on the brand new Teen Sleep Hub website.
CLICK: Teen Sleep Hub website
Managing Anxiety:
Supportive Organisations & Resources
CLICK for the Hackney WellFamily Plus Service, provided by Family Action, helps individuals, couples and families to manage their mental health and prevent problems from getting worse.
CLICK picture for information about WellFamily Plus who support people over the age of 16, who experience mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This service offers holistic assessments, advice, and information, emotional and practical support.
CLICK picture for Anna Freud, an excellent website which supports young people’s mental health during periods of disruption.
CLICK picture for a list of different types of mental health concerns with helpful coping strategies & information from the mental health charity MIND.
CLICK picture above for Kooth - a free and confidential mental health support for young people. Kooth also offers various self-help activities and resources, as well as access to a team of mental-health practitioners that students can to talk to. Kooth can also support students with immediate risk support, and advice or signposting. Access to Kooth is immediate, there is no need for a referral, and the service is available 24/7. 94% of children and young people that access Kooth would recommend it to a friend.
Information about Kooth for parents:
CLICK picture for YoungMinds tips on how to look after your mental health if you are self-isolating or social distancing because of coronavirus (COVID-19).
CLICK picture for the Children’s Commissioner – Guide to Coronavirus.
CLICK Picture to find out how to get support from Growing Minds
