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The theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 was anxiety.

Anxiety is a normal emotion in us all, but sometimes it can get out of control and become a mental health problem.

Lots of things can lead to feelings of anxiety, including exam pressures, relationships, starting a new job (or losing one) or other big life events. We can also get anxious when it comes to things to do with money and not being able to meet our basic needs, like heating our home or buying food. But anxiety can be made easier to manage.

Focusing on anxiety for this year's Mental Health Awareness Week will increase people's awareness and understanding of anxiety by providing information on the things that can help prevent it from becoming a problem. At the same time, we are keeping up the pressure to demand change - making sure that improving mental health is a key priority for the government and society as a whole.

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The Mental Health Foundation is the home of Mental Health Awareness Week. Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 is taking place 13 to 19 May. Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event where there is an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health.

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NHS staff have been given free access to a number of wellbeing apps to support with their mental health and wellbeing. Click each link below for more information, including how to access support and when this free offer expires.

The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.

Bright Sky is a free to download, confidential mobile app providing support and information for anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know.

The WorkLife Central programme consists of a curated collection of expertise, information and inspiration available through video, live event and written format, covering five principal topic areas - Careers, Families, Inclusion, Wellbeing and Workplace.

Headspace is a science-backed app in mindfulness and meditation, providing unique tools and resources to help reduce stress, build resilience, and aid better sleep.

Unmind is a mental health platform that empowers staff to proactively improve their mental wellbeing.

Zero Suicide Alliance provides you with a range of free online learning sessions that provide you with a better understanding of the signs to look out for and the skills required to approach someone who is struggling, whether that be through social isolation or suicidal thoughts.

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NHS staff have been given free access to a number of wellbeing apps to support with their mental health and wellbeing. Click each link below for more information, including how to access support and when this free offer expires.

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You can use the QR codes to sign up for any of the Youthwork groups here

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Remember you can use the displays in the zone to help with your wellbeing.  All the breathing exercises now have  QR codes that take you to a helpful video. Please help yourself to the sheets from the displays :)

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A positive parenting programme to support parents and carers of teens.

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What could we do in school to help you? Comment your ideas to help us help you.

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What's your top tip for getting to sleep?

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The wellbeing room is along the corridor from the medical room

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Most people feel angry sometimes, but if it's affecting your life, there are things you can try that may help.
Support is also available if you're finding it hard to cope with stress, anxiety or depression.

Symptoms of anger

Anger can cause many different symptoms. It might affect how you feel physically or mentally, or how you behave.

Some people become aggressive towards others when they're angry. Other people hide their anger and may take it out on themselves.

It's not always easy to recognise when anger is the reason why you're behaving differently.

Things you can try to help with anger

Do

try to recognise when you start to feel angry so you can take steps to calm down as early as possible

exercise - activities such as running, walking, swimming and yoga can help you relax and reduce stress

Don't

do not try to do everything at once; set small targets you can easily achieve

do not focus on things you cannot change. Focus your time and energy on helping yourself feel better

try not to tell yourself that you're alone - most people feel angry sometimes and support is available

try not to use alcohol, cigarettes, gambling or drugs to relieve anger - these can all contribute to poor mental health

Further information and support

Where to get help for anger

you feel you need help dealing with your anger

They may be able to refer you to a local anger-management programme or counselling.

Anger management programmes

A typical anger management programme may involve 1-to-1 counselling and working in a small group.

A programme may be a 1-day or weekend course, or over a couple of months.

The structure of the programme depends on who provides it, but most programmes include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), as well as counselling.

There are also private courses and therapists who can help with anger issues. Make sure any therapist you see is registered with a professional organisation, such as the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.

Where to get NHS help for stress, anxiety or depression

Referring yourself for therapy

If you need more support, you can get free talking therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), on the NHS.

You can refer yourself directly to a talking therapies service without a referral from a GP.

you're struggling to cope with stress, anxiety or depression

you've had a low mood for more than 2 weeks

things you're trying yourself are not helping

you would prefer to get a referral from a GP

Ask for an urgent GP appointment or call 111 if:

you need help urgently, but it's not an emergency

111 can tell you the right place to get help if you need to see someone. Go to NHS 111 online or call 111

Call 999 or go to A&E now if:

you or someone you know needs immediate help

you have seriously harmed yourself - for example, by taking a drug overdose

A mental health emergency should be taken as seriously as a medical emergency.
Find your nearest A&E

Causes of anger

There are many different causes of anger and it's different for everyone.

Some common things that make people feel angry include:

being treated unfairly and feeling powerless to do anything about it

feeling threatened or attacked

other people not respecting your authority, feelings or property

being interrupted when you're trying to achieve a goal

How you react to anger can depend on lots of things, including:

the situation you're in at the moment - if you're dealing with lots of problems or stress, you may find it harder to control your anger

your family history - you may have learned unhelpful ways of dealing with anger from the adults around you when you were a child

events in your past - people who experience traumatic, frightening or stressful events sometimes develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which can lead to angry outbursts

substances such as drugs and alcohol - which make some people act more aggressively than usual

Some of the things that make you angry may not bother other people at all.

You might find it hard to explain why you feel this way but talking to someone could help you find a solution.

Find out about the 5 steps to mental wellbeing.

Important

If uncontrolled anger leads to domestic violence and abuse (violence or threatening behaviour within a relationship), there are places that offer help and support.

You can contact organisations such as:

Find out more about getting help for domestic violence and abuse.

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Read practical tips and advice on what to do if you're struggling with anger

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Children

Having trouble sleeping, tantrums, feeling sad, worried about school or difficulties with friends? We listen to the worries and help you and your family work out how to make things better. Talking about your worries is called therapy; we can do this through games, quizzes, painting and other fun activities.

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Having trouble sleeping, tantrums, feeling sad, worried about school or difficulties with friends? We listen to the worries and help you and your family work out how to make things better. Talking about your worries is called therapy; we can do this through games, quizzes, painting and other fun activities.

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Find out how to cope with heated arguments with your teenager, and what to do if they become violent.
This page covers:

How to defuse arguments with your teen

How to deal with violent behaviour

Concerned about mental health issues?

Help and support

How to defuse arguments with your teen

It's useful to remember that your own behaviour can improve or worsen an aggressive situation, so it's important to be a good role model for your teen.

If you act aggressively but tell your teenager not to, they will not listen. It's also helpful to remember that their anger is often based on fear that they're losing control.

Try these tips:

try to maintain a calm and peaceful presence - you need to be strong without being threatening

make sure your body language reflects your willingness to listen

give them personal space

if an argument feels out of control, explain to your teen that you are going to walk away and come back again in half an hour in order for things to calm down

Breathing exercises can help take the intensity out of an argument. Take a deep breath, hold for a few seconds and then exhale. Repeat 5 times.

When your teen is calm, suggest this technique to them so they, too, have a way of controlling their anger.

Remember that teens may not know how to handle their anger, and this can leave them frustrated and frightened.

However, as with toddlers, if you give in to teenagers because their shouting and screaming intimidates or baffles you, you are in effect encouraging them to repeat the unreasonable behaviour as a way of getting what they want.

How to deal with violent behaviour

Sometimes, teen aggression can turn into violence. If they lash out at you, or someone or something else, put safety first.

Let your teenager know that violence is unacceptable and you will walk away from them until they've calmed down. If leaving the room or house is not helping, call the police. After all, if you feel threatened or scared, then you have the right to protect yourself.

Family Lives offers this advice for coping with, and helping, a violent teen:

give them space - once they have calmed down, you may want to talk to them about what has happened and suggest that they let you find them some help

be clear - teenagers need to know that you will stand by the boundaries you set. They need to know that any kind of violence is unacceptable

talk to their school - find out if their aggressive behaviour is happening there as well. Some schools offer counselling

avoid using violence towards your teen - this sets a positive example that violence is not OK

arrange counselling - if your teen admits they have a problem and is willing to get help, book an appointment with a counsellor or psychologist as soon as possible. Speak to a GP or their school about what help is available

Concerned about mental health issues?

If you're worried that your teen has a mental health problem such as depression, talk to a GP. They can refer them to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, who in turn can refer you and your family for Family Therapy.

You can also contact the Young Minds Parents Helpline on 0808 802 5544 (9.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday) for advice and support concerning mental health issues in young people.

If you are having trouble coping with your teenager, and you suspect you may have symptoms of depression or other mental health problems, discuss this with a GP. They can then suggest suitable treatment.

You may, for example, be referred for counselling, or directed to support groups or other services in your area.

Read more about the benefits of talking treatments.

Help and support

There are many organisations that offer emotional support and practical advice to you and your teen. At such an important development stage, it's important that teens learn how to communicate well and express anger in a healthy way.

call Family Lives on 0808 800 2222 (9am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm Saturday to Sunday). The charity also offers online parenting courses

you can call the Samaritans on 116 123 any time to talk about any type of distress and to get confidential support and advice; or you can email jo@samaritans.org

Youth Access has details about youth organisations and services offering teens counselling, advice and support

the charity Young Minds supports children and young people with mental health and anger issues, and their parents. If you discuss your child's behaviour with them and they are open to getting help, you might like to direct them to the information on the Young Minds website

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If you think you are having problems with anxiety you Student Support Officer is your first point of contact.  Mrs Head and Miss Clark run Anxiety workshops that your SSO can refer you to.

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We are currently experiencing problems with our emails. If you do not receive a reply after 3 working days, please check your spam folder or ring us on 07552877219. We also have a Facebook page for enquiries.

Mutual Support Group - Monday (excluding Bank Holidays)
This is a group session facilitated by Structured Recovery Workers, running from 6.45 to 8,30pm, held at The Living Well Resource Centre, 372 Chadwell Heath Lane, Romford, RM6 4YG. Due to Covid, we are having to restrict numbers so please phone 07552 877 219 or email admin@anxietycare.org.uk for details.

Structured Recovery Evening - Tuesday 6.45-8.30pm
This is a group session facilitated by Structured Recovery Workers at The Living Well Resource Centre, 372 Chadwell Heath Lane, Romford, RM6 4YG.
The evening consists of theme work exploring aspects of anxiety and a short 10 min 1-1 with a SRW to plan recovery work.
Due to Covid, we are having to restrict numbers so please phone 07552 877 219 or email admin@anxietycare.org.uk for details.

Face to Face Counselling
This Service offers face to face online counselling for clients with unresolved issues.
Clients can be referred from the Support Group.

Recovery Information Email Service: Email queries answered and advice provided, by trained recovery support workers. Please email: recoveryinfo@anxietycare.org.uk
For office administration and general information contact us either via email at admin@anxietycare.org.uk or on our mobile telephone on 07552 877219. Note: This number is not a helpline; we are therefore unable to provide guidance about anxiety over the telephone. Useful Numbers
NHS 111 - 24 hour helpline (call 111)
Samaritans 116 123 24 hour helpline (www.samaritans.org)
Mind - 03001233393 (www.mind.org.uk)
Young Minds -08088025544 (www.youngminds.org.uk)

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"Support is just a click away"

This site provides valuable information for sufferers and carers of people with Panic, Anxiety, Phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD). Its purpose is to provide members with support, advice and a chance to meet like-minded people and make friends along the way. You should use the website information, Message Forum and Chat room alongside any care you are currently receiving from your physician.

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This site provides valuable information for sufferers and carers of people with Panic, Anxiety, Phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD). Its purpose is to provide members with support, advice and a chance to meet like-minded people and make friends along the way.

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Youth Works Northamptonshire Charitable Incorporated Organisation Registered address: Keystone Centre, 97 Rockingham Road, Kettering, NN16 9HX Charity Reg. No: 1177502 - Registered in England and Wales

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StreetWise reaches out to and engages with the hardest to reach children and young people on the streets and in communities, using our existing relationships with local schools in collaboration with local PCSOs, Housing Officers and community groups alongside a period of detached outreach sessions to maximise our opportunities to meaningfully engage with young people and promote the benefits of participating in our positive activities.
StreetWise is participants and needs led, using a solution focused approach. The team works intensively with targeted groups of children and young people to support them in developing behaviour for learning and tackling issues in areas of their lives which may prompt negative behaviour. We address those issues impacting negatively on the young people's behaviour to enable them to consequently demonstrate 'positive behaviour for learning and achieving', improve their attitudes and contributions to their families and communities.

Co-production processes are used to consult with young people on issues affecting them and their communities and share the results of the consultations with stakeholders, community groups, commissioners and decision makers to guide what does and does not work, so that future service provision can be efficiently funded to maximise benefit and the uptake of young people into the activities.

StreetWise includes confidence and skill-building activities for children and young people, including other issues which might arise during the engagement with them to develop alternative coping strategies and understanding of their behaviour and its consequences.

Outcomes for young people include:

Improved Behaviour and reduced involvement in Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB), gangs, drugs, violence and associated crime/low level offending incidents

Increased awareness of impact of offending behaviour on victims, families and communities 

Reduced engagement in Grooming and Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)

Empower children and young people to make well informed choices to reduce the risk of harm from gang activity, ASB and low level crime and to manage testing situations positively

Improved wellbeing within young people's physical, mental health and happiness

Increased access to specialist support services if required, such as therapy and support (education/training/employment)

Increased volunteering opportunities and activities, achieving national accredited youth volunteering awards

Outcomes for neighbourhood's sustainability will include:

Increased engagement in positive and safe activities

Increased aspirations, community resilience and health & wellbeing

Break the cycle of generational perpetrators who follow in the footsteps of offending families - taking a generation out of crime

Increased perception that their neighbourhood is a great place to live (Customers feel part of a community, develop a sense of belonging to somewhere, and feel proud to be there)

In August 2018 we were pleased to announce that the judges of the Brian Griffiths Award have chosen our StreetWise project in Pineham as the runner up of the Community group/person Award 2018. This award is in memory of the late Brian Griffiths, a former Orbit Board member and supports people to further develop their aspiration, inspiration and achievement.

Since StreetWise was deliverer in the Pineham area of Northampton, the housing officer at Orbit Housing stated that there were not youth ASB related incidents reported. Service Six understands the importance of creating a lasting and effective legacy after the conclusion of our StreetWise project.

For more information about StreetWise please contact The Service Hub team on referrals@servicesix.co.uk

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StreetWise reaches out to and engages with the hardest to reach children and young people on the streets and in communities, using our existing relationships with local schools in collaboration with local PCSOs, Housing Officers and community groups alongside a period of detached outreach sessions to maximise our opportunities to meaningfully engage with young people and promote the benefits of participating in our positive activities.

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WHAT IS JHP?

JHP is a Community Interest Company run by 6 boards members.

We are a not for profit, voluntary group.

Everyone has mental health; some days it might be better or worse than others but like a diet, we all have it and we want to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. JHP is open to everyone: old, young, rich, poor, good mental health, poor mental health.

Covid has seen us change how we currently operate. Right now this is how things go:

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We are open Saturdays 11-1.

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WHAT IS JHP? JHP is a Community Interest Company run by 6 boards members. We are a not for profit, voluntary group. Everyone has mental health; some days it might be better or worse than others but like a diet, we all have it and we want to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.

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Dizziness and feeling light headed
Headaches
Difficulties sleeping
Loss of appetite

Obsessive worrying about illness or death of self or loved on
Fear that things will go wrong
Perfectionism
Social shyness and embarrassment
Feeling tense and on edge
Hair pulling, skin picking
Clinginess
Difficulties concentrating
Irritability and angry outbursts

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Your teachers want to help. If you are feeling overwhelmed adults in school need to know so they can support you.

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The aim of the lowdown's wellbeing service is to support young people aged 11-25 years and their loved ones to promote a positive sense of emotional wellbeing.

Our service offers free:

Drop-in 1:1 emotional support sessions

Information, signposting and self-help materials

A young person's Mental Health service

Activity based workshops

Peer support groups

Drop-In (currently being offered remotely)

Our drop-in offers one-off face to face confidential emotional wellbeing sessions, in which our Wellbeing Navigators will offer support with:

coping strategies

resilience building

self-help resources

signposting to in-house services or to other services in the area

These are not counselling sessions or suitable for someone in crisis, but do not hesitate to drop in if you are on our waiting list for counselling and need emotional support. Parents, guardians and carers can also drop in if they are responsible for a young person who is under 25. The young person does not necessarily have to be using our services already.

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WELLBEING SERVICE - the lowdown offer free, confidential support for 11-25 year olds in Northampton & surrounds

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The aim of the lowdown's wellbeing service is to support young people aged 11-25 years and their loved ones to promote a positive sense of emotional wellbeing.

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Everyone feels anger at different points- That's normal! But when it causes problems on a regular basis we need to get it in check.
5 Signs You Could Use Help Controlling Your Anger

1. You feel like you’re often holding in your angry feelings.

As you go about your daily activities, do you find that you have to restrain feelings of anger? Anger can be hurtful to you if you feel it all the time and if it’s directed toward people or events that are regularly part of your day. Repressing anger isn’t easy; if you’re always trying to hold anger in, you could be feeling drained and exhausted. Held in anger can also lead to an explosion whether as an angry outburst, or behaviour such as binge eating.
2. Your body is telling you your anger is out of control.

If you’re angry much of the time, you might be experiencing persistent headaches from clenching your jaw or from holding so much tension in your body. Maybe you feel jumpy and too quick to react. If you’re angry too much too often, it’s likely your body is also having a hard time.

3. You find it difficult to set your anger aside.

Perhaps you become overwhelmed by frustrated feelings before you have time to clearly think through solutions. Maybe somewhere in the back of your mind you realize your anger isn’t productive or rational, yet you don’t feel you have the strength to curb its power over you.
4. You feel like, or have been told, that you tend to blame others.

Negative thoughts and feelings might be overwhelming you; maybe you tend to direct them outward, blaming others for your frustrations. Maybe you realize you’re blaming others too often. Talking to someone to process what’s going on in your life might help shed light on deeper issues that are holding you back from peace.

5. Your anger trumps your deeper feelings and values.
Your anger is likely out of control if it’s a stronger presence in your life than the very things that make you you—your values, beliefs, and relationships with people you care about. Maybe you’re in an intimate relationship with someone you care for and respect, yet find yourself growing angry at him or her in ways you can’t control.

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If you find your anger causing you to lash out physically or verbally, speak to your teachers or SSO. They can refer you to Anger Management sessions.

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Academic Stress
Worrying about grades and test scores

Social Stress
Bullying, Romantic relationships and conflicts between friends.

Family Discord
Arguments at home

World Events
School shootings, acts of terrorism, and natural disasters worry parents, but they also trigger stress for teens.

Traumatic Events
Death of a family member or friend, accidents, sickness, or enduring emotional or physical abuse

Significant Life Changes
Moving, starting a new school, and changes in the makeup of the family (including divorce and blended families)

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Breathing exercise for stress and anxiety

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The Pzizz app addresses a common problem for those who have trouble sleeping: a "racing mind" or "thinking too much".

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The Pzizz app addresses a common problem for those who have trouble sleeping: a "racing mind" or "thinking too much".

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Category: Sleep The Pzizz app helps you quickly calm your mind, fall asleep fast, stay asleep, and wake up refreshed. It uses "dreamscapes" - a mix of music, voiceovers and sound effects designed using the latest clinical research - to help you sleep better at night or take power naps during the day.

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We've all been there. You glance at your phone and it's the early hours of the morning, yet you've still not managed to get to sleep. Throw in a pandemic and the issues that have arisen as a result, and it's no wonder you're struggling to sleep.

Here are some of our top tips if you're struggling to get to sleep:

Cut down on stimulants

Avoid stimulants such as caffeine and alcohol close to your bedtime. These can stimulate your brain and make it difficult to get some much needed shut eye.

Move your body

Exercise helps you to sleep better. As little as 10 minutes of aerobic exercise, such as walking or cycling, can drastically improve nighttime sleep quality.

Get enough natural light

This is particularly important for individuals who may not venture outside frequently. Exposure to sunlight during the day, as well as darkness at night, helps to maintain good sleep.

Establish a relaxing routine

Establish a regular relaxing bedtime routine and a regular bedtime. A regular nightly routine helps the body recognise that it is bedtime. This could include taking warm shower or bath, reading a book, or listening to a podcast.

Try not to look at your phone before bed

Since the start of the pandemic, around 1 in 5 of our conversations with texters have mentioned the words 'exhausted', 'tired' or 'fatigue'. If you're feeling like it's just you struggling to cope, you're not alone.

Shout Volunteers are here for you 24/7, day or night. You can text SHOUT to 85258 to speak to someone about how you're feeling.

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Tips and advice if you're struggling to sleep

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Grounding techniques for when your in a flap

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Grounding techniques for when your in a flap

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On My Mind | Resources for Young People | Anna Freud Centre

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On My Mind aims to empower young people to make informed choices about their mental health and wellbeing. Click here to find out more.

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Summer Participation and Involvement event

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Summer Participation and Involvement event

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Break and Lunch club is held in the Zone at the top of COMS.  If you would like a quieter place to eat please talk to Miss Clark

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All the latest BBC Bitesize content about mental health.