The emotional well-being of children is just as important as their physical health. Children and young people with good mental health are more likely to develop the resilience to cope with whatever life throws at them; thus, grow into well-rounded, healthy adults.
Mental health problems in children and young people can include depression, anxiety and conduct disorder, and are often a direct response to what is happening in their lives.
In this section you will find materials to support you when working with children or young people who may be experiencing a range of difficulties that are impacting their mental health and well-being.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and mental wellbeing
Young People – Well-being – Barnardo's
Build Sound Minds – Action for Children
The YoungMinds resources library
LA – Z Support Guide – Hounslow Youth Counselling Service (HYCS)
Information about various mental health issues affecting young people
Tools to help your mental health - Good thinking
Looking after your mental health - Every Mind Matters
Mind - For Better Mental Health
Mental Health Awareness - Heads Together
Self-harm
Bereavement
Dealing with Bereavement – Barnardo’s
Bereavement and Young People - NHS
Winston’s Wish – Giving hope to grieving children
Grief Encounter - Supporting bereaved children and young people
