We know that parent/carers have a critical role in supporting and promoting positive mental health and wellbeing to their young person whilst in education. Alongside your GP and local NHS adolescent or adult mental health services, there are a range of community based organisations that can provide information and support to you and your young person ranging from online counselling to self-help advice and guidance.
For more information you can access the following sites and resources:
- NHS Education Wellbeing Service
- EWP and MHE for Parent Induction
- Wellbeing Practioners Video
- Mind - information and support as well as helplines for people experiencing mental health problems and their friends and families
- Kooth - online wellbeing community and counselling support for young people
- Young Minds provide a parent helpline as well as a range of guidance and advice
- Rethink Mental Illness - advice as well as services and support for people affected by mental illness and their friends and families
- Samaritans - round-the-clock confidential support to people going through a tough time
- SANE - emotional support for people affected by mental health concerns and their families and friends
- Childline - free confidential help and advice for young people in the UK
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Self-Help Resources
- Student Support Organisations
- Harmful Sexual Behaviour Prevention Toolkit
