Mental Wellbeing

 

We know that to stay healthy we need to look after our bodies, but we sometimes forget that we also need to look after our mental health (how we think, feel and act). 

When we have good mental health this helps us feel positive, confident and act calmly.

 

 

A charity called the Mental Heath Foundation has created a series of booklets with tips on how to manage different areas of our life that can affect our mental health.  You can access them here:

MHF top tips for good sleep habits

MHF top tips for overcoming loneliness

MHF top tips for connecting with nature

MHF top tips looking after ourselves

MHF top tips relationships with peers

MHF top tips healthy relationship with ourselves

MHF top tips expressing self-kindness

MHF top tips for a positive body image

 

In the drop down sections below you can find contact information on useful organisations and apps that will support you with your mental wellbeing.

YoungMinds

This is a mental health charity that can give you information, advice and support on mental health and wellbeing.

You can visit their website at:

 

Samaritans

This is a charity that offers mental health and support information for everyone. Their helpline is free and is open to all ages.

You can contact Samaritans via:

 

Childline

This is a charity that can support you with any issues that are worrying you. Childline's website has lots of helpful videos, games and articles.

You can contact Childine via:

 

NHS Every Mind Matters

 

This website has mental health advice as well as an interactive quiz to help you feel more in control of your mental health. 

You can visit NHS Every Mind Matters on the following link: