Zumos - How to be Happy
Zumos are big advocates of mental health and wellbeing and believe that a little support can go a long way.
They have produced a Lockdown Wellbeing Programme which you can sign up to for free!
Kooth - online support for children and young people
Kooth provides a safe, secure means of accessing help about any subject that matters to you via the internet and New Services are now available online to support 10-18 year old’s by visiting: www.kooth.com/supportservices
Useful websites for mental and physical health and wellbeing
- Beat Eating Disorders - UK based charity who provide support and guidance to anyone affected by eating disorders and their loved ones
- Chat Health - secondary age pupils can text any health questions to a Hertfordshire based Public Health Nurse on 07480 635050 (Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm)
- Childline - chat with a counsellor online or over the phone - 0800 1111 (24 hours)
- Health for Teens - covers a range of health topics for teenagers
- Healthy Young Minds - Mental health information and details of support within Hertfordshire
- Just Talk - talking about mental health, for young people, parents and professionals.
- Kooth - Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people
- Mind - mental health information and support
- Samaritans is a free 24/7 emotional support service available to people of all ages. Call 116123 or email jo@samaritans.org
- The Mix - national support for young people under 25
- YC Herts - Hertfordshire information and advice for young people YC Herts also have a document containing useful websites for young people. Please click here to view. YC Herts also run a Young Men's Project group on Mondays 6.30 - 8.30pm.
- Young Minds - national information and advice for young people
- Spot the Signs - NHS guidance for suicide prevention
- Time to Change - mental health advice
- Headspace - Meditation and Mindfulness information
- The Ollie Foundation - suicide prevention advice
- Hertfordshire County Council Parent and Carer Support
- MindEd - educational resource on children & young people's mental health for all adults
- Anna Freud - National Centre for Children and Families - A mental health charity
- Zero Suicide Alliance
- Zumos
Time to Change
Talking about mental health is not always easy. But starting a conversation doesn’t have to be awkward, and being there for someone can make a huge difference. Time to Change raise awareness for mental health issues. Visit their website for more information.
Self-care and Support for Young People
Tips for Talking with Young People
Helpful Resources for Young People's Mental Health
Just Talk - Mental Health
Depression
What does it look like in a young person?
- Sadness or hopelessness
- Irritability, anger, or hostility
- Tearfulness or frequent crying
- Withdrawal from friends and family
- Loss of interest in activities
- Poor school performance
- Changes in eating and sleeping habits
- Restlessness and agitation
- Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
- Lack of enthusiasm and motivation
- Fatigue or lack of energy
- Difficulty concentrating
- Unexplained aches and pains
- Thoughts of death or suicide
What we do
- Weekly 1:1 mentoring
- Inform parents/ carers to refer to the GP
- Refer to our in house wellbeing councillor
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers
- Involve the student in cultured trips and experiences
- Provide hot meals and uniforms
- Praise and reward young people
What you can do
- Communicate
- Encourage social connection
- Make physical activity a priority
- Know when to seek professional help
- Support
- Take care of yourself and the rest of the family