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Supporting self-esteem in children and teens

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Supporting self-esteem in children and teens

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The evidenced-based resources on this site have been specifically designed to encourage young people to develop and maintain a healthy body image during the transition to adulthood.

In a world that constantly tells young people how they should look and has a narrow definition of 'beautiful', how can we help them value their unique beauty and stay true to themselves?

Working with experts from the fields of psychology, health and media, the Dove Self-Esteem Project has developed a range of resources - including videos, activities, case studies and professional advice - to help guide parents and teenagers.

As well as helping you understand how your daughter or son is feeling, our materials will help you counter the negative influence of the media and bullying on young people's body image.

Research shows that spending just 30 minutes engaging with the resources on this site will empower you to boost the self-esteem and mood of the young person you love - and improve your own body image, too. So what are you waiting for?

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Materials to help parents discuss body image issues with teenagers, supporting them to help with self-esteem and the negative effects of media and bullying

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Togetherness - Understanding Anxiety in Children and Young People

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Home > Anxiety Understanding anxiety in children and young people Supporting parents to understand anxiety and how to help What is anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling. But it is also much more than that. It not only impacts upon on our emotions, but it can cause a physical response too. Our heart rate often increases, we may breathe quicker, we may feel sick or feel sweaty. Experiencing this can […]

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Support for families affected by a diagnosis of cancer

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NHS 111 option 2 provides 24/7 access to crisis mental health support, connecting you with trained mental health professionals for immediate assistance. Call 111 and select option 2 to talk to someone. You can also use NHS 111 online to check your symptoms and get advice.

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HOPELINE247 advisers want to work with you to understand why thoughts of suicide might be present. They also want to provide you with a safe space to talk through anything happening in your life that could be impacting on your or anyone else’s ability to stay safe.

For children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide

For anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide

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Stockport Local Offer helps children and young people with SEND up to the age of 25 and their parents/carers understand what services and support they can expect in Stockport.

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How to support your child if you’re worried about their mental health

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How to support your child if you're worried about their mental health

As parents and carers, it's natural to worry about how your child is feeling, whatever their age. Many children and young people will be able to cope if they have the support of their families and friends.

If you need urgent help

If a child has taken an overdose or needs urgent medical help, call 999 or take them to the nearest A&E department. In Stockport, it will be Stepping Hill hospital.

If you need urgent mental health support or advice, for example, if a child is having suicidal thoughts or is self-harming, call Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust 24 hour mental health helpline 0800 014 9995 or contact your GP for advice.

If you've noticed that a child or young person has physical injuries such as deep cuts or burns, contact NHS 111 online or your GP for advice.

If you're worried about a child's mental health

Make time to listen

Create a calm, safe space where they can communicate their feelings. They may feel overwhelmed by a changing situation which is not being clearly explained in a way they can understand.

Take time to talk

Some young people find it easier to talk while doing something together such as playing in the park, going for a walk, painting or other activities.

Try to understand the problems and provide reassurance that you've heard them and you're there to help. Their problems could be something you have not picked up on. This is very common, so do not feel guilty about it.

Visit the NHS Every Mind Matters website for advice about looking after a child or young person's mental health.

Other places to get help and support

It's okay not to feel okay and looking after a child or young person who is unwell with their mental health can be very worrying. Talk to your child's school or education provider about how they can help and support your child in school or refer them for further support. You can also talk to other professionals such as your:

Visit the Start Well website for information about how to contact the health visiting and school nursing advice line.

You may be referred to another service to help support your child, depending on their age and needs.

Online parenting courses

You can access a range of courses to help you understand your child. Visit the Our Place website to find courses.

Stockport residents can access the courses for free using the code REDROCK.

Parents and Carers Together in Stockport (PACTS)

If your child has a disability or additional needs, PACTS may be able to support you. Visit their website for more information.

Anna Freud

The Anna Freud website includes advice and guidance for parents and carers to help them support a child or young person experiencing poor mental health or wellbeing. Find out more on the Anna Freud website.

PAPYRUS

PAPYRUS is a UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.

If you're worried about a young person, you can download a range of help and advice resources on the PAPYRUS website. This includes resources about:

conversation starters

coping techniques

self-harm

Support for yourself

Remember to look after yourself as well as your loved ones. You can:

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If you're worried about how your child is coping with exams at school, here is our advice and information on where you can get help.

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Exams are a stressful time for any young person

Mood swings and outbursts are more likely to occur during this period. Look out for other signs that your child may be struggling, including poor sleep patterns or a change in appetite or behaviour.

It's worth preparing ways of supporting your child during exam weeks and thinking about how you will react and respond on the day if they don't get the result that they, or you, are hoping for.

Things that can help your child in the lead up to exams

Work with your child to find what revision style works for them.

Encourage your child to take revision breaks and find a balance between studying and doing things they find enjoyable and relaxing.

Make sure they are eating and drinking at regular intervals.

Encourage them to take some time after revising to wind down.

Reassure them - reinforce that you are and will be proud of them no matter what happens.

Remain positive and hopeful!

Plan a treat or an activity together to mark the end of the exams.

Set aside one to one time so that they can talk to you about any worries.

Let them know their feelings are valid and normal, but also offer support and solutions where possible.

Anxiety is often worst at night and this means it is useful to encourage a good bedtime routine.

Work with them to develop relaxation techniques.

If anxiety and stress start impacting their day-to-day life, seek help from your GP.

Helping your child to plan a realistic revision timetable, which breaks the days and subjects down into manageable chunks, will reduce their anxiety by increasing their sense of control and confidence.

How to help your child manage exam stress

How the school can support you

Speak to your child's teacher(s) to find out what revision techniques they recommend.

If your child is struggling with a specific subject, talk to the relevant teacher and explore whether they can provide additional help.

Find out if the school has learning mentors that can help with practical steps including revision timetables.

If your child has additional learning or developmental needs, speak to the school SENCO and establish what specialist provision they can put in place.

Exam Stress - Roundup | YoungMinds Parents Lounge

How to manage a 'disappointing' exam results day

If your child is unhappy with their exam results it can be tough to deal with. Here are some things that can help:

If your child is happy to show you their results statement, you might find it helpful to have a look, just in case they have misread or misunderstood, or overlooked something.

Accept their feelings, whatever they are - disappointment, anger, embarrassment, bravado. Their feelings are neither right nor wrong, they just are. Don't offer immediate judgement, or solutions, or even reassurance - there will be plenty of time for conversations later.

Reflect back how they are feeling to show you have understood, for example, "I can see you're disappointed with the Maths result."

Let them know you love them through highs and lows. Big hugs are good (although probably very embarrassing in public).

Show you're on their side - it could be something small like getting their favourite snack.

Give yourself some breathing space and time to reflect.

Ask the school to help your child explore any possible next steps, such as re-takes, re-marking or alternative courses.

If your child is disappointed with their results, they might also be embarrassed. Agree with your child how they want their results discussed with family and friends, if at all.

You might also find this helpful:

Where to get further help

Useful helplines and websites

While we take care to ensure that the organisations we signpost to provide high quality information and advice, we cannot take responsibility for any specific pieces of advice they may offer. We encourage parents and carers to always explore the website of a linked service or organisation to understand who they are and what support they offer before engaging with them.

Help us improve our content

Whether you love the page or think something is missing, we appreciate your feedback. It all helps us to support more young people with their mental health.

Please be aware that this form isn't a mental health support service. If your child is in crisis right now and you want to talk to someone urgently, find out who to contact on our urgent help page.

At YoungMinds we take your privacy seriously. If you'd like to read more about how we keep the information we collect safe, take a look at our privacy policy.

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This May Help has been created for parents and carers to help manage their child's mental health.

The subjects covered on this website have been chosen by parents and carers just like you, and in consultation with young people who have gone through their own mental health issues. What helped them may also help you.

On each page you'll find text for every topic along with more support films and links to other resources.

On the downloadable advice page you can download a printable version to use whenever you want.

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Living Life To The Full is one of the most used resources for improving feelings, beating stress and boosting the ability to live well.

The modules, books and worksheets below have been made with award-winning Emeritus Professor of Psychosocial Psychiatry Dr Chris Williams. They're completely free for all residents in Greater Manchester and are available any time.

Scroll down to watch a video and preview some resources.

Click the link at the top of the page to access the courses which include:

Living life to the full: Improve low mood, overcome stress, sleep better, build confidence

Enjoy your baby: for new parents: Discover how to build your relationship with your baby, boost confidence as a parent and rediscover time for you.

Reclaim your life: for people living with long term conditions. Your life is bigger than your illness - This course helps you discover a new relationship between yourself and your illness.

Also new book added:

Living life to the Full in your menopause: At a time when many things are changing- discover a range of key life skills that aim to help you cope with the symptoms and changes that you face.

Support in different languages

Click the link at the top of the page to sign up and access downloadable books in 15 different languages, including Bengali, Urdu, Arabic, French, Farsi, Polish, and Simplified and Traditional Chinese. These books cover a lot of topics from the Living Life To The Full Main course, including feeling better and building confidence.

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Community Eating Disorders Service (South)

Our community eating disorders service provides care and support to children and young people (8-18 years) with an eating disorder.

We also offer advice and support to families, carers, and those who work with, or support, a child or young person.

We are cover the south of our patch, which includes people with a GP in Stockport, Tameside and Glossop.

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