Communicating with children and young people to help manage transitions

In this clip from our webinar, ‘Back to School After Lockdown’, family therapists Ola and Sam give advice for families undergoing transitions, such as the return to school after the summer holidays. They discuss why communicating with children and young people may be a helpful tool when things feel difficult, and how guardians can create […]

My moving up to secondary school booklet

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A ‘back to school’ booklet for pupils and their parents and carers to work through together, to help both parents/carers and children feel more prepared for the change to secondary school. This booklet is designed for parents/carers to work through with their child. The booklet includes: a ‘ready for school’ checklist for parents/carers and children  […]

‘Back to School’ After Lockdown: Juggling care responsibilities at work and at home

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Are you feeling stressed or anxious about the return to school? Do you feel overwhelmed about juggling care responsibilities at work and at home? This webinar invites you to consider the transition back to school after Covid-19 related lockdowns and home-schooling. Ola Ajala, family therapist from The Keeping Well NCL Hub and Sam Parker, systemic […]

Psychologists produce advice for key workers and their children

A set of resources for key workers and their children produced by the British Psychological Society to provide guidance on navigating the emotional effects of the COVID-19 pandemic; including practical tips for parents and an advice sheet for children.

Young Minds Helplines for parents and young people

Contact the Young Minds Helplines if there are concerns about a young person’s mental health during this difficult time. Parents Helpline: If you are a parent who needs advice about your child’s mental health you can contact the Parents Helpline directly on 0808 802 between 9:30am-4pm. YoungMinds Crisis Messenger: If you are a young person […]