Mental Health and Wellbeing
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we are finding ourselves in an ever-changing situation and we’re aware that each week of lockdown brings new needs and challenges. To support parents and carers during this period of uncertainty and disruption, we wanted to provide some very important links to trusted resources on the internet. This list of mental wellbeing resources comes from The Government and is based on the recommendations of trusted partners. The links are designed to provide practical resources and information to support the mental health and wellbeing of children and the school community. We hope you find these links useful.
During this time, it’s important that you take care of your family’s mental health – there are lots of things you can do, and support is available if you need it. This advice is to help adults with caring responsibilities look after the mental health and wellbeing of children or young people, including those with additional needs and disabilities, during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Gov.UkThere is much that each one of us can do to support the wellbeing of those in our lives, including children and young people who may already be vulnerable or suffering from mental health difficulties.
Anna FreudThe British Psychological Society’s Division of Educational and Child Psychology (DECP) has published tips for schools, parents and carers dealing with the unprecedented school closures.
British Psychological Society (BPS)The guide aims to answer children’s questions about coronavirus, tell children how to stay safe and protect other people and how to help them make the best of their time at home.
Children’s CommissionerMindEd for Families has advice and information from trusted experts and will help you to understand what problems occur, what you can do to best support your family, and how to take care of yourself.
MindEdThe outbreak of coronavirus is a worrying time for us all. The Child Bereavement Network have put together some information to help keep you up to date.
The Child Bereavement NetworkEven very young children can feel stressed and anxious, especially during times of change or upheaval. Luckily, there are lots of simple activities you can do together to help your little one learn to calm themselves. Try these simple relaxation and mindfulness activities together and help your child learn to calm down when they feel stressed or anxious.
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