Useful web links and Resources
NEW: https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/
Mentally Healthy Schools brings together quality-assured information, advice and resources to help primary schools understand and promote children’s mental health and wellbeing. Our aim is to increase staff awareness, knowledge and confidence to help you support your pupils. It is worth registering for their newsletters and updates.
NEW: http://learning.cwmt.org.uk/
This resource has been developed by the Charlie Waller Memorial Trust, to give non-specialist staff the skills, knowledge and confidence to offer a first line of support to students who may have mental health issues.
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Web Links
Resources from the Mental Health Foundation supporting their prevention strategy by focussing on solutions that work and have impact.
MIND provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health challenge.
Information and support for those experiencing anxiety challenges.
http://www.ntw.nhs.uk/pic/selfhelp
Self-help materials on a range of topics from Northumberland Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
A variety of resources supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.
https://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/MentalHealth/Pages/Mentalhealthhome.aspx
Information and videos on topics relating to mental health.
Support and information covering all aspects of bipolar disorder.
http://www.addiction.org.uk/help-and-support/young-persons-services
Advice on drugs and alcohol for young people aged 10-17.
http://www.childbereavementuk.org
Support for education professionals and families regarding before and after the loss of a baby, child, or for children facing bereavement.
http://www.educationsupportpartnership.org.uk
Information, guidance and support relating to improving the health and wellbeing of the education workforce.
http://www.bladderandboweluk.co.uk
Help and advice for adults, children and young people and professionals.
Web based resource for individuals with ADHD, their families, teachers and professionals. Provides a range of information and materials to build knowledge, skills and confidence. (refers to UK education legislation)
A range of free resources for learners and teachers to understand the experience of autism through the eyes of children and parents.
Advice and support for anyone affected by eating disorders or any difficulties with food, weight or shape.
Resources and advice to tackle the stigma of mental health and discrimination.
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/
Mental Health Foundation
Healthy Teachers Higher Marks – Report
https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2017/08/secret-happiness.aspx
Secret to Happiness – Article
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-physical-activity-guidelines
Sedentary Behaviour and Obesity: Review of the current scientific evidence.
https://www.scribd.com/document/34205400/Staff-wellbeing-is-key-to-school-success-Full-Report
Staff Wellbeing is key to school success
https://www.nutrition.org.uk/healthyliving/hydration/hydration-for-children.html
Hydration for Children
Mental Capital and Wellbeing
www.psychologytoday.com/blog/you-illuminated/201010/why-your-brain-needs-water
Why your brain needs water
http://www.hse.gov.uk/stress/resources.htm
Work Related Stress
www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/teacher-blog/2014/jun/03/mindfulness-class-students-education
How two minutes of mindfulness can calm a class
http://gsi.berkeley.edu/programs-services/hsl-project/hsl-speakers/kaufer/
What can neuroscience research teach us about teaching?
What predicts a successful life? A life-course model of wellbeing
What predicts a successful life? A life-course model of wellbeing
Tens of thousands of under-18s on antidepressants
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/exercise-health-benefits/
Benefits of Exercise
http://www.oecd.org/education/pisa-2015-results-volume-iii-9789264273856-en.htm
Students’ Wellbeing
Link between Pupil Health, Wellbeing and Attainment
http://www.greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_schools_help_students_find_flow
Can schools help students find flow?
http://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/pcr090_summary_web.pdf
The Good Childhood Report
The Daily Mile. Advice on the promotion of physical activity with learners.
Scottish Sites:
BREAK THE SILENCE
A local support to 16+ where self-harming is linked to adult survivors of child sexual abuse.
Info@breakthesilence.org.uk
01412292580 or 01314752380
BREATHING SPACE
A free, confidential phone helpline for those experiencing low mood/depression. Mon-Thurs (6pm -2am) / Fri-Sun (6pm -6am).
0800838587
www.breathingspacescotland.co.uk
CHOOSE LIFE
A National strategy and action plan to prevent suicide in Scotland.
www.chooselife.net
08000684141
PAPYRUS
Working towards prevention of young suicide.
www.papyrus-uk.org
PENUMBRA
A Scottish voluntary organisation working within the field of mental health.
www.penumbra.org.uk
SAMARITANS
Provide a 24 hour confidential helpline for those in crisis or who may need to talk.
08457909090
www.samaritans.org
YOUNG MINDS
Info about young people’s mental health.
08008025544 (parent helpline)
www.youngminds.org.uk