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Monday motivation! This weeks sporting challenge has been set by Mr Singh. We challenge ALL students to attempt it - watch the video and try it yourselves. Email your PE teachers your score or simply leave a comment below👇@KPHS_Rochdale https://t.co/XXtlQZQIpk

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Print off the calendar and aim to make the month of July a kind one!

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ANXIETY HACK | Using music to flip your mood

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Do kind things for others

If you want to feel good, doing good is a great place to start.

Helping others and being kind not only contributes to the happiness of others, it can also help us to feel happier ourselves! Studies have shown that when we do kind things it literally gives our brain a boost, activating its 'reward centre' and that feels good. It can take our minds off our own worries too.

Giving and kindness also help us feel connected to others which is important for our wellbeing and it contributes to building stronger communities and a happier society for everyone.

There are lots of different ways we can give and help others.

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Catch & Clap Challenge. Can you beat Mr Brady's score of 9?

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In these trying times of COVID 19 where normal support mechanisms are not available at school we can offer you access to the following:

Student letter May 2020 - What's Next?

Domestic Abuse Service
LOCAL:

Rochdale Victim Support: Support for male and female victims, currently offering telephone support including safety planning: Call 07944 665 212 or email rochdale@nullvictimsupport.org.uk

Safenet: Refuge (women only) and Outreach support (men and women). Accepting referrals to both services, currently offering telephone support and safety planning for outreach: to refer call 0300 303 3581

Rochdale Connections Trust: Support for victims, children and male perpetrators who want to address their behaviour), group-work cancelled, office open and accepting referrals: call 01706 345 111

Rochdale Women's Welfare: Office currently closed - will be reviewed next week

Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline: Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm 0161 636 7525

ONLINE AND APPS: NATIONAL HELPLINES:

National Domestic Violence Helpline: 24 hour helpline 0808 2000 247

Karma Nirvana-Honour Network Helpline: For forced marriage and "honour" based abuse 0800 599 9247

Broken Rainbow: helpline for lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and trans victims 0300 999 5428

Men's Advice Line: helpline for male victims 0808 801 0327

Respect: National helpline for perpetrators who want to change their behaviour 0808 802 4040

Childline: Helpline for children and young people 0800 1111

Social media posts for domestic abuse campaign targeted at young people

Living with violence at home? Lockdown does not prevent you leaving home for your safety. Agree a safe word/emoji with a friend who can help 👭

You can also get help online rochdale.gov.uk/domesticabuse #RochdaleWithoutDA

If you're living with violence at home and something happens and you need to leave home, it's important to talk to the police. Telling them you've left home and that you don't feel safe will help them to support you #RochdaleWithoutDA

Check in on your friends during lockdown, they could be struggling with their mental health or living with unhealthy relationships at home, including domestic violence. Be the mate you'd want 👬 rochdale.gov.uk/domesticabuse #RochdaleWithoutDA

If you're living in a household that has violent relationships then lockdown will be really tough and you might not want to tell your friends. If you want to talk to someone anonymous then you can contact a local support service from @PennineCareNHS

📱 0333 200 4339

If you're living with violence at home between your parents / step parents, remember you're not alone. The abuse is not your fault and there are many in your situation. People are still here to help you, contact Childline can help childline.org.uk/ #RochdaleWithoutDA

Rules of lockdown DO NOT apply to anyone fleeing domestic abuse you CAN breach lockdown rules to seek support. Domestic abuse services are here to support you on the phone, online, web-chats and email support, find out more at rochdale.gov.uk/domesticabuse #RochdaleWithoutDA

If you're living in a household with unhealthy relationships and violence then it's important to make a safety plan. Police and council staff are available to support you if you need to leave thehideout.org.uk/young-people/what-can-i-do/safety-plan/

If home life makes you feel anxious or scared then people can help. Police want to know if you feel unsafe due to violence at home so they can help you. You can talk about how home life is impacting you to Healthy Young Minds on 01706 676000 healthyyoungmindspennine.co.uk #RochdaleWithoutDA

If you're a young person living with violence at home, you're not alone. There are many in your situation and it's important to remember that the abuse is not your fault. People are still here to help you, contact Childline can help childline.org.uk/ #RochdaleWithoutDA

If you're living in a violent household and are in immediate danger please ring 999 for the police 📱 If ringing from a mobile and unable to speak you can press 55, this will indicate to the operator that police assistance is needed rochdale.gov.uk/domesticabuse #RochdaleWithoutDA

Living in lockdown with parents/step parents who are violent to each other can be scary. You may want to try and stop the fighting or run away. The most important thing is you being safe. Police & council services are here to help rochdale.gov.uk/domesticabuse #RochdaleWithoutDA

Violence in a household doesn't necessarily come from adult parents/carers it can be between siblings or half-siblings. We can help if being at home with violence is making you feed scared #RochdaleWithoutDA rochdale.gov.uk/domesticabuse

Sisters and brothers argue and bicker, but when it goes beyond that you need to tell someone. You shouldn't be living with violence from a sibling that makes you feel scared and unhappy. Talk to a trusted adult or visit childline.org.uk #RochdaleWithoutDA

Sibling violence when harmful is classed as domestic abuse so you can seek support. Talk to a trusted adult or visit childline.org.uk #RochdaleWithoutDA

ROCHDALE FOODBANK OPENING HOURS - IMPORTANT CHANGES

From Monday 23rd March Rochdale Foodbank will only open Monday - Friday 12noon -1pm. We are unsure how long these hours will be in operation but will of course keep you informed.

Self-care is about the things we can do to look after our own mental health
https://www.annafreud.org/coronavirus/
Kooth is:
* Safe, confidential, anonymous
* Free at the point of need
* Available through a smart phone, tablet or computer
Kooth helps to reduce wait times for young people seeking help and removes stigma around mental health. Kooth integrates with face-to-face local services to ensure a seamless transition for young people.
XenZone's team of accredited counsellors, therapists and support workers provide guided, outcome-focused help for each individual.
XenZone works with local authorities, CCGs, mental health trusts, charities and other organisations to provide early intervention support with clear escalation and de-escalation pathways.
We take safeguarding and clinical governance extremely seriously. The safety and well-being of our users is of our upmost priority.

Website: https://kooth.com/

Emotional health and wellbeing support only available currently by calling 0161 716 2844

We have come across an app this morning called 'zipit' which enables young people to respond with a funny comeback via GIF's predominantly if someone is requesting/pressuring them to send nude images. It is available on Android Smartphones and I Phones via Google Play and the Apple app store and is free to download.

Obviously this does not replace any safeguarding processes where applicable but is good to help empower young people to navigate this particular minefield.
https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/sexting/zipit-app/
Rochdale Borough Safeguarding Childrens Partnership

Complex Early Help and Safeguarding Hub (EHASH) 0300 303 0440 out of hours emergencies 0300 303 8875 or email: ehash@nullrochdale.gov.uk

In this crisis, teens and young adults sent home from college pose different challenges for families than young children who need to be occupied and reassured. For starters, families are reporting problems persuading their older children to comply with social distancing rules. Combine the teenager's innate sense of invulnerability, their intense focus on peers, and the fact that the virus is less likely to harm them, and you may get a lot of pushback.

This week on childmind.org we talk to our experts about this and other issues affecting teenagers and young adults, including those who are depressed or anxious, disappointed about missing important milestones in their lives and worried about their futures.

And in another new piece we offer steps you can take to ensure your own well-being during this crisis - self-care that will benefit your whole family by helping you stay strong.
To receive daily emails from our experts, sign up here.

Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults in the Coronavirus Crisis - Tips for parents with older children at home - READ MORE

Self-Care in the Time of Coronavirus - For parents, prioritizing your own well-being benefits your whole family - READ MORE

How to Change Negative Thinking Patterns - Now, more than ever, it's important to recognize unhealthy thinking - READ MORE

Tips for Communicating With Your Teen - Keeping the parent-child relationship strong during a tricky age - READ MORE

The Power of Positive Attention - How to use it (instead of negative attention) to change behavior - READ MORE

Helping our community cope. Support for families and isolated/older people - READ MORE

Support for Families during COVID - READ MORE

Early Break

In reponse to COVID-19, we are now offering support to young people affected by parental drug and alcohol misuse and/or parental imprisonment. As part of our family services we are offering support to children and young people who are being affected by a parent's drug or alcohol misuse.
In addition, we are also providing support to young people who have a parent in prison. If you know a young person affected by these issues please contact your local team on the numbers below.

HOLDING FAMILIES TEAMS:
BURY: Julie 07732685461 / Vicky 07702812998
ROCHDALE: Ashleigh 07714246381 / Gemma 07732685456
BOLTON: Gemma 07732685456 / Denise 07841151835
SALFORD: Shauna 07808028077 / Amy 07841362469
TRAFFORD: Jessica 07732685450 / Hannah 07724700233
HOLDING FAMILIES+: Adebola 07872964407
(covering all areas) Georgina 07724700237
www.earlybreak.co.uk

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In these trying times of COVID 19 where normal support mechanisms are not available at school we can offer you access to the following: Student letter May 2020 - What's Next? LOCAL: Rochdale Victim Support: Support for male and female victims, currently offering telephone support including safety planning: Call 07944 665 212 or email rochdale@nullvictimsupport.org.uk Safenet: Refuge (women only) and Outreach support (men and women).

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Thinkuknow is the education programme from the National Crime Agency's CEOP command. Thinkuknow aims to empowers children and young people aged 4-18 to identify the risks they may face online and know where they can go for support.

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Covid-19 is having a huge impact on children's sleep, according to a survey by The Sleep Charity, The Sleep Council and Sleepstation.

They found that as many as 70% of children under 16 are going to bed later and 57% are also waking later - showing a significant change in bedtimes. Experts think this will have a long-term negative impact when schools re-open.

It was also discovered that nearly three quarters (74%) of children are using electronic devices (TVs, tablets, game consoles and phones) a lot more during the coronavirus lockdown.

And the survey revealed that a third of children are sleeping longer than normal, indicating that it will be harder to go back to previous sleep routines once they return to school. Nearly two in 10 are sleeping less which could impact on physical, mental and emotional health and wellbeing.
But why do we dream? Have you been having stranger dreams than normal? And what can we do to stop nightmares from happening? Newsround spoke to sleep physiologist Stephanie Romiszewski to find out. And check out her tips for a better night's sleep below!
Why do we dream?

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We all dream. Sometimes they can be exciting and fun stories and sometimes they can be scary and make us feel bad, these are called nightmares.

All of this is normal and we do it every night whether you remember or not! Experts think it's our brain's way of processing our days and organising our memories like a giant computer storing all the files in the right places.

We tend to dream in a type of sleep called REM sleep or Rapid Eye Movement sleep. Ever watched someone sleeping and it looks like their eyes are flickering and they are dreaming? They probably are in REM sleep.

How is lockdown impacting your sleep?

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Have you been having more vivid dreams than normal? Well, it could be because of the impact lockdown is having on our lives.

You are spending more time at home, less time at school and your days are really different.

This change of routine affects everything, and people are having lots of different emotions - good and bad. That's a lot of new information for brains to deal with, and so it can affect dreams. It's normal, considering the circumstances.

All of these factors mean we're more likely to have more REM sleep, which is very sensitive and light. If you interrupt REM sleep you are more likely to remember your dreams, so they seem more vivid compared to normal.

Vicki Dawson, CEO of The Sleep Charity, said: "These are extraordinary times and we fully understand why bedtimes and wake up times have slipped. But we are worried about how children will transition back to a normal routine once schools do reopen, especially if that is as late as September."

She went on to say that "Covid-19 could lead to increased sleep problems in children and young people. Ultimately that has a knock-on effect and may influence their daytime behaviour - including hyperactivity, tearfulness and irritability - and family life."

How to control your nightmares

Sometimes when the nightmares are too scary and they happen too often, it's not very nice to go to sleep.

If this is how you feel write down your nightmare before bed, and then change the ending for something amazing that makes you feel good.

As you go to sleep, start thinking about this new story ending, imagine all the good things, and then start again and imagine it over and over until you fall asleep.

You may find that you can change your nightmares and start enjoying dreaming!

And remember...

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Remember that it is ok to have nightmares and dreams. There isn't anything wrong with you and your brain is healthy. All of us have had them, and they are a natural process of your brain doing its job. Sometimes they can even give you cool ideas and answers to problems!

It's ok to have strange sleep at the moment and you don't need to worry about it.

Tips for a better night's sleep

Put all electronic devices away an hour before you go to sleep so that melatonin levels (the sleepy hormone) can increase. Once you have got ready for bed, you can do some things that you enjoy which make you feel calm and happy. If you are worried or not feeling ok, make sure you talk to someone about how you are feeling like your family or friends. It's important not to push the bad feelings down before sleep - in order to have all the fun dreams and lovely sleep we need to process the not so good feelings first. Once you feel really sleepy, now is the time to drift off to sleep!

If you wake in the night. Don't worry, it's normal. If you can't get back to sleep it's ok to distract yourself with a book or something that you like but keeps you calm. When you feel sleepy again, you can go back to bed.

In the morning, it's best to have the same wake time every day with an alarm, and try not to snooze! If you lie in or snooze, it doesn't make you feel great and it can even affect how well you sleep the next night.

Try to get lots of bright light and exercise in the morning - being nice and alert and moving in the day also helps us sleep well at night!

Try to stick to your usual routines of sleeping and napping. If you find yourself going to bed at different times and letting yourself nap at strange times or even napping when you didn't before, these things could all start to make your night time sleep less restful.

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On Thursday 30 November from 2:30am - 7:30am, you won't be able to contact Childline whilst we do some important maintenance to our systems. This means that 1-2-1 chats, calling and messages to Childline will be unavailable. You'll still be able to use the Childline website for advice and information.

If you're in danger or it's an emergency, you should always call 999

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Our Social Therapists offer mentoring (a type of supportive relationship). They provide encouragement and inspiration to help young people improve and maintain their emotional and physical wellbeing. The 30-minute sessions are free for young people to book and offer a space to talk and share their thoughts and experiences with someone who will listen and offer support where necessary.

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Heads Together work to ensure that people feel comfortable with their own and their friends and family everyday mental health and well being.

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We have adapted our services so we can continue to deliver mental health support to the community of Rochdale, Middleton and Heywood as best we can please click here for the latest information. We also have information to help support your wellbeing.
Latest information
We exist to ensure that people do not face mental health issues alone and can lead their lives free from stigma and discrimination.
Over 90% of the people who contact us do so to ask for help with depression, anxiety and stress. Over 130 clients contact each month.

Please click on the pictures below to access more help and information on these issues

Wellbeing Directory

Search our Wellbeing Directory for Services in and around the district of Rochdale Find out more

Elefriends

Elefriends is a supportive online community where you can be yourself. We all know what it's like to struggle sometimes, but now there's a safe place to listen, share and be heard. Find out more

Information Line

Rochdale and District Mind operate a confidential mental health telephone information line: Please telephone our freephone number 0800 107 0729 or 01706 752338 Find out more

Latest Updates

Follow Rochdale and District Mind on your favourite social network

Facebook

We have adapted our group support. If you, or someone you know would like to join one of our groups please get in touch ... #togetherrochdale See More See Less #NeverMoreNeeded
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Our free & confidential telephone counselling is open & accepting new referrals. We currently have a very short waiting list. If you are experiencing feelings of panic, anxiety, stress, depression, or low self-esteem please contact us ... www.rochdalemind.org.uk/how-we-can-help/how-to-refer/ or call us on 01706 752 338 #TogetherRochdale See More See Less
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Black people are four times more likely to be detained, and more likely to be restrained and isolated under the outdated Mental Health Act. This weekend marks 18 months since the Mental Health Act review - and we are still waiting for the UK Government to make vital changes.

At Mind, we have campaigned alongside the most marginalised and discriminated against. We also recognise the white privilege inherent in our own organisation and we are committed to addressing this.

We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect. We know there is a lot of work to do and we will fight for everyone.
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It's important to look out for one another, please check in with others, in a safe way, and if anyone is struggling with their mental health and wellbeing, please contact us. Our self-referral form is here: ... www.rochdalemind.org.uk/refer & Information Line 01706 752 338 See More See Less
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25 volunteers a week @ soup kitchen @ 2hours each x 52 weeks a year = 2400 hours voluntary hours given. Wow grateful for our teams efforts & dedication to help the helpless during difficult times. Life goes on and we continue our work. Thankyou 👏🏻#ArmyofKindness #VolunteersWeek

Our free & confidential telephone counselling is accepting new referrals and currently has a short waiting list. If you're experiencing feelings of panic, anxiety, stress, depression, or low self-esteem please contact us https://t.co/5I2yINCJKA or 01706 752 338 #TogetherRochdale

A selection of our 1 hour workshops are now online and available to watch if anyone would like to refresh information about Stress, Sleep, Confidence and the 5 ways to Well-being. Find the online courses on our YouTube page here: https://t.co/oYA7xidZhy #HomeLearning #WellBeing

It's #VolunteerWeek and we'd like to thank @Joe_s_b who volunteered his time by running an incredible 100 miles in May raising £925 along the way! We are truly grateful to you.
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There is much that each one of us can do to support the wellbeing of those in our lives

We don't know whether the coronavirus situation will impact on children and young people's mental health, but we think that it may.

We want to do all we can to prevent this from happening, or to minimise it. That's why we are giving this clear, simple advice to all those who are supporting children and young people - including to young people themselves.

There is much that each one of us can do to support the wellbeing of those in our lives, including children and young people who may already be vulnerable or suffering from mental health difficulties.

Further information (click on the question for answer)

I'm a young person who suffers from anxiety anyway, but I'm now feeling really worried about coronavirus. What advice can you give me?

Most of us are feeling concerned about the uncertainty of the current situation, and this will include young people. That is completely understandable.

It's important that all of us to look to the people we trust to support us. For you, this might include your family members or carers, your trusted friends, and perhaps your teachers if you are able to contact them. Reach out to them to help you make sense of things - be open if you have fears and seek answers. Your questions may be specific and feel trivial, but that's fine. If face-to-face contact is not always an option, find other ways to connect with people, including using technology.

There is lots of information available at present, but some of it comes from more trusted sources than others. Finding your way through this with someone you trust can help you to feel more on top of things. Watching the news and spending time on social media may help to an extent (and particularly if social media helps you to connect with those who are important to you). But focusing on the continuous flow of information about coronavirus may be unhelpful, and may have the negative effect of making people more anxious. Stepping away from it at times makes sense for us all.

Young people are often fantastic sources of help to each other, and you may turn to your friends for support - as well as being able to offer your own support to others. Looking after each other, being kind to those around us, can certainly help us to feel better in an unknown situation. But also be mindful that some people may speak in a way which alarms others unnecessarily, so 'protect' yourself where you can from conversations which you sense are not helpful to you and others.

You may feel that your own mental health is being affected, and perhaps you already have mental health difficulties or are receiving treatment. Talk to those you trust, it's really important to us as human beings that someone else understands how we feel. Even when life is disrupted, stick to your routines where possible, stay in touch with your close friends, and keep trying to do what you enjoy. All these things help give us a balanced sense of how we're feeling in ourselves. Perhaps ask your parents or carers to help you with this.

If there is a gap in your treatment, or it's disrupted in another way, talk to your parent or carer about what you're finding difficult and what could help you to feel better. This may be something practical, like making a call to a friend or listening to music. Ensure that a bit of this happens each day. It won't be a solution, but it may well help you through this time.

There is lots of advice on On My Mind, our website for young people written with young people. This includes our self-care resource which has over 90 simple strategies that young people have told us help them when they are feeling low or anxious. There is also an urgent help page with a list of organisations that offer 24 hour support via text, phone and email.

Download the PDF on advice for young people worried about coronavirus.

As a parent/carer, how can I reassure my child if they have heightened anxiety about issues in the news including coronavirus - while also being honest with them?

Many parents and carers are concerned about how their children, whatever their age, are feeling at present. It is understandable that children and young people may be feeling anxious and upset.

The support provided by our families, and those networks around us, is something we all value. Taking time to listen to each other's concerns - which may be similar or different to our own - is particularly key in relation to children and young people, who may feel overwhelmed by a complex and changing situation which isn't being clearly explained for their perspective. Be curious about what's on their mind, so they feel able to speak to you in their own time and in their own way.

If you are the parent or carer of a baby or toddler, you may think they won't be affected by current concern about the coronavirus - or indeed other events of national importance. A younger child may find it hard to tell you what is going through their mind, but you may notice that they repeatedly play or draw about the event to let you know they're thinking about it.

We know that babies and toddlers pick up on how we are feeling, and that the anxiety which a parent is feeling could have an impact on them. Try to be aware of this in how you behave around them. A baby or toddler may well sense a change in your mood, or if you are distracted and therefore less attentive towards them. Reassure them in your actions and through the affection you show towards them. Younger children feel safer when their world is predictable and familiar, so keeping things as normal as possible and maintaining their usual routines can be extremely helpful.

If you are the parent or carer of a child, they will also pick up on how you are feeling - both in the way you talk openly (or don't) about worrying issues and in the way you behave. If they see you visibly worried or alarmed, this may prompt them to feel the same. Where possible, try to reassure your child, while also being open so they trust you to be honest with them. Though it may not always be easy, when parents and carers deal with a situation calmly they can provide the best support for children.

There are practical things you can do. Pay close attention to your child's individual worries, whenever they choose to express them. These might seem trivial, but the change to routine itself (e.g. plans for the weekend being cancelled) may be what unsettles them. Concerns for the health of an elderly grandparent are understandable, and reassurance around what practical steps are being taken to keep people healthy can help. Of course, hand washing is something which children need to see their parents and carers doing, and this can be done as a shared activity.

Watching trusted news sources will play a part in helping children to feel informed and aware of the situation (for instance www.bbc.co.uk/newsround, including their advice on coronavirus). But if this starts to dominate, particularly via social media, it may well be unhelpful to a child who is trying to understand a complex situation. The same applies to children seeing the adults around them constantly watching the news, with normal family life being put 'on hold'. This can in itself create alarm.

If you are the parent or carer of a teenager, the above also applies. We know that, in their teenage years, young people can distance themselves from their parents and look more to their peers for support. This can be enormously important as they begin to navigate the world independently. Encourage them to keep looking to these trusted friendships. But also, be mindful that looking to peer support alone can create a pressure on young people to 'have all the answers', including sifting inaccurate news which may reach them via social media and elsewhere.

The support of trusted adults will also play a key role at times of uncertainty. As the parent of a teenager, it may be difficult to know just how worried they really are. They may be just waiting for an opportunity to share their worries, so don't assume they won't want to talk to you. Sometimes, talking can be easier through a shared activity like walking the dog or baking a cake - which is also important in reinforcing that we can continue to do the things we've always done and which we enjoy.

Most of all, keep connecting with your child. Do this in different ways, as this in itself will help you both to work out how you can provide support. Make it clear you are there for them. Stay in touch with how they're feeling. It's not helpful for children and young people to be anxious all the time, so be alert to this and to them possibly needing more support from you if this becomes the case.

Finally, as a parent or carer, look after your own mental health too. This will enable you to best support yourself and those you care about.

Download the PDF on advice for parents and carers on reassuring children about coronavirus.

What top tips would you give to families about how they can work together at this time?

Families play a hugely important part in supporting each other at times of uncertainty or concern. Be alert to how each other is feeling. You might show your worry in different ways to one another - so, if one of you is not feeling worried right now, that's fine too. With changes to daily and weekly routines, keep sight of what family life feels like and what you can continue to do. These can be the things which make life feel 'normal', so they're important.

You will probably be spending more time together because of home working, school closures, and other public health measures. Keep your days varied. Think about how you can make the most of the space you live in. If possible, work together to organise your days - perhaps via a family timetable (attached to the fridge door!). It may help to create time slots for mealtimes, homework, friends (even if via social media), TV, exercise, etc., and do make sure you all maintain good sleep habits. This routine can shape family life. But remember to be realistic about what you can achieve and don't put added pressure on yourselves.

Children's emotions, including anxiety, are well regulated by the structure in their lives. Try and create consistency, even in unpredictable circumstances. With young children (aged 3-7), playing together may be your best way of identifying what their concerns are. Often, what they play is what they are thinking about. You could introduce a playful element into these discussions, and making other children (or even pets) the focus may make it easier for your child to share what worries them.

With older children, openly talking may help bring worries to the surface. Worries are important to label and, where possible, to normalise. Sharing your own worries may be helpful, as long as you are also clear about how you manage your feelings. For example, if distracting yourself helps you, then it is also likely to help your child. But be aware that something you find distracting (e.g. reading) may not be so helpful to them.

Living with anxiety over a period of time can impact on the wellbeing of us all. Explore ways in which you - as individuals but also as a family group - can take care of yourselves. Think about what you have as self-care strategies, and how you can use these. Obvious examples are taking exercise, watching a film, listening to music, and enjoying a meal together. But also remember the ones which are special to you as a family.

Take advantage of being together, but also make sure you have time of your own. Maintaining our routines, so the world has its familiar things as well as its uncertainties right now, feels helpful to us all.

Download the PDF with top tips on how families can work together and support one another during coronavirus.

As a professional working with children and young people in a school, youth group or other setting, how can I provide support?

Services working with children and young people are well aware of the uncertainty which communities are facing, and the impact this could have on mental health. There are ways in which you can provide key support in your own setting in the midst of changing times. When external events are creating a sense of anxiety, trusted professionals can be seen as vital sources of support for both children and their families - even if contact is digital or over the phone.

Adults have the opportunity to model positive behaviour which gives reassurance to children, enabling them to better understand the situation and what they can do to look after themselves. So, as a teacher or youth worker, staying calm and thoughtful is important. If you are sharing information about coronavirus - or indeed any other issue of wider concern - use materials from trusted sources and with sensitivity to the appropriate level of detail for the age of the child or young person.

If you're supporting a child who is already vulnerable, they could be experiencing unmanageable increases in their anxiety levels. In your role, you may be well placed to spot this. Be ready to talk about whom they can turn to within your service (e.g. a counsellor, or a pastoral lead within a school), and externally within your wider community, as well as which kinds of support can be accessed remotely. Openly sharing this information will make it available to all, not just those who come to you for help. Alongside this, do encourage young people to identify their own self-care strategies - see www.annafreud.org/onmymind for ideas from young people themselves.

If you're working with children who have existing mental health difficulties, they may find the current situation particularly difficult. Talk to them about what in particular they're worried about - it may be different to adult concerns, and they need to know that's fine. Where they are expressing this to a greater degree and clearly need extra support, find new ways of working jointly with the child, their parents or carers, and those who are close to them to agree together how best to help them.

The young person may be concerned about any disruption to the treatment they are receiving from mental health professionals, or disruption may already have occurred. If so, be as clear as possible about how support will continue even if there are changes to it. If they are worried about what will happen if they or those close to them become ill, talk openly about this too. Reassure them that this is something we will manage together, exploring options and responding to the needs of those we care about.

Download the PDF with advice for professionals working with children and young people during coronavirus.

What other trusted sources of information or advice you would recommend to find out more?

There is extensive information available about coronavirus, but some is more fact-based and helpful than others. You can find up-to-date NHS advice here or you can call NHS 111 if you have urgent concerns about the health of yourself or someone close to you.

As well as information that we've provided on this site, several other organisations have some excellent information including Mind and Place2Be.

Additional support

Self-care support

Our self-care resource for On My Mind has many simple self-care activities which you can do at home. Written by young people to help other young people who are feeling low or anxious. The strategies should also be useful to adults.

Parents and carers

Download Good days in unusual times, a booklet for all children during these unusual days of coronavirus.

Mental health and the coronavirus research bite #1: Self-management strategies for young people experiencing anxiety

Many strategies have been suggested for helping with anxiety, including social support, apps, exercise, the arts, relaxation and mindfulness. Evidence suggests that online courses (e.g. computerised CBT) and various kinds of physical exercise could help young people who are feeling anxious. However, many of the self-management strategies available to young people haven't been evaluated, or where they have, often there isn't strong enough evidence to help us understand their effectiveness. This doesn't mean that these strategies aren't useful for young people who are struggling with anxiety, it mostly means they haven't been explored enough through research. Motivation is quite important in the success of interventions so young people being able to choose strategies they enjoy might help.

Download Mental health and the coronavirus research bite #1: Self-management strategies for young people experiencing anxiety

Schools and colleges

Our free Supporting Schools and Colleges booklet provides advice and guidance for school and college staff about how to help children and young people manage their mental health and wellbeing during times of disruption to their learning and school and college closure.

Download Looking after each other and ourselves.

Download Supporting the most vulnerable children and young people

Download Helping children and young people to manage anxiety

Download Supporting Staff Wellbeing in Schools booklet.

Download Running an Alternative Provision During Lockdown: A guide

Mentally Healthy Schools features a range of quality-assured mental health and wellbeing resources for primary school staff, parents, carers and children. Visit to browse the resource library or download the latest Covid-19 toolkit.

Download 7 ways to support a child who is worried, written by Centre clinicians as best practice for responding to children's fears

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In July 2020, we joined forces with The Sleep Charity as part of a strong, ambitious mission to empower the nation to sleep better.

Both organisations have worked hard individually, over the years, to achieve change and support to those affected by lack of sleep. By merging, we have strengthened our complementary services to speak with one voice, improve the impact of our work and to raise the profile of sleep as a major factor for health and wellbeing.

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Pennine Care's Healthy Young Minds services (previously known as CAMHS) are committed to providing a comprehensive and targeted intervention service, delivered in the heart of our communities, which positively aims to promote the emotional and psychological wellbeing of our children and young people.

The CAMHS directorate, including Healthy Young Minds community services and our Hope and Horizon inpatient units, are committed to developing our connections with other local services such as social care, paediatrics, education, health and the voluntary sector.

A referral is needed via another professional. This should be from the person or agency that knows your child best and can give the best and most information.

We help with parent infant mental health matters. Our team is made up of various professionals who have expertise in supporting parent infant mental health.

We offer lots of different types of help advice and support. Sometimes we will support your midwife or health visitor to support you and sometimes we might work directly with you. Our aim is to improve parent and infant mental health and support healthy early relationships.

It is for parents and infants during pregnancy and up to the child's 2nd birthday who are experiencing mental health difficulties or have learning difficulties and parent infant relationship difficulties. You must live or or be registered with a GP in the Rochdale borough (which include Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale). The service can also provide advice and support to parents/carers and anyone who works with families antenatally and up to the child's second birthday.

You can access support from us by speaking to your GP, midwife, health visitor or any other professional who is supporting you and your family. They will ask for your consent to speak to us or submit a referral on your behalf.

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