Books to Help with Bereavement
There are so many books that can help children and young people come to terms with great loss. But which are the best? We list them here.
There are so many books that can help children and young people come to terms with great loss. But which are the best? We list them here.
Tips for supporting children and young people through difficult days.
This article will give you an idea of when to worry and when not to worry, and what you might say to your teen to help support them during this tricky time.
We all need to cultivate mental toughness and one way of doing that is by focusing on the things we can control versus the things we can’t. Have a chat with your child about the controllables versus the uncontrollables. Try to evaluate how they feel after filling it in. Slightly better?
In this podcast, Dr Weston talks to Professor Tracey Wade about the impact of perfectionism on young people. They discuss the potential negative impact of social media on young people’s body confidence and eating habits as well as exploring the warning signs of eating disorders. Professor Wade shares advice on how parents can help to educate children about body image and healthy eating habits.
In this podcast, Dr Weston talks to Dr Pooky Knightsmith about nurturing children’s wellbeing in the run up to schools restarting after such a long break. They delve into boosting children’s sense of self-esteem through family conversation, the importance of digital hygiene and the issue of emotionally based school avoidance.
The COVID-19 crisis has changed all of our lives dramatically. Use this resource with your primary aged children to encourage them to reflect on their feelings and achievements during this challenging time.