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This is a collection of downloadable self-help guides that we really like and hope may be useful to you. Some are aimed at adults but the ideas and suggestions in them can still be relevant for young people and parents. If you click on the image it will automatically download the PDF from its source and the credit will link to the originators main website.

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I have been a SENCo for 17 years and I have been teaching across the Primary phases for 20 years. I hold the SENCo as Leaders and Advanced SENCos as leaders qualifications and Mental Health Lead Certificate. You can find me in school Tuesday to Friday. My interests are my 2 dogs, 4 ducks, 8 chickens and numerous ducklings and chicks! I like to bake and spend hours in my garden growing vegetables :)

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This is a collection of books designed to help young people and families cope with challenges that can occur with their mental health and emotional well-being during childhood and adolescence. It is not an exhaustive list, just ones that we are aware of and have been recommended to us by families. If there are books you have found useful please let us know and we can add them. If you click on the images there are descriptions of each book.

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We are very privileged to have the very experienced Christine, a Thrive practitioner and DDSL. She supports children socially and emotionally. You will find her in the Thrive Hive or in the Forest School, teaching and supporting children :)

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Therapeutic parenting is a deeply nurturing parenting style, and is especially effective for children with attachment difficulties, or who experienced childhood trauma. This book provides everything you need to know in order to be able to effectively therapeutically parent.

Providing a model of intervention, The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting gives parents or caregivers an easy to follow process to use when responding to issues with their children. The following A-Z covers 60 common problems parents face, from acting aggressively to difficulties with sleep, with advice on what might trigger these issues, and how to respond.

Easy to navigate and written in a straightforward style, this book is a 'must have' for all therapeutic parents.

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The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting: Strategies and Solutions (Therapeutic Parenting Books)

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Buy The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting: Strategies and Solutions (Therapeutic Parenting Books) by Sarah Naish (ISBN: 9781785923760) from Amazon’s Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Here is our very special friend Roy! He comes in with Christine on her non working days and lets us stroke him if we are calm and quiet!

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When the Adult Change Everything Changes

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When the Adult Change Everything Changes

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In When the Adults Change, Everything Changes: Seismic Shifts in School Behaviour, Paul Dix upends the debate on behaviour management in schools and offers effective tips and strategies that serve to end the search for change in children and turn the focus back on the adults.

You can buy in the best behaviour tracking software, introduce 24/7 detentions or scream ‘NO EXCUSES’ as often as you want – but ultimately the solution lies with the behaviour of the adults. It is the only behaviour over which we have absolute control.

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When the Adults Change, Everything Changes: Seismic shifts in school behaviour

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Buy When the Adults Change, Everything Changes: Seismic shifts in school behaviour by Paul Dix (ISBN: 9781781352731) from Amazon’s Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Unravel the complexities of effectively managing behaviours that challenge through the 6-stage Target model. The 6 stages offer an empowering tool kit that builds upon positive skills and abilities when working with individuals under some form of supervision or care. This includes children in home, care or school environments, and adults that need support related to mental health disorders, autism, learning disabilities or dementia.

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Targeting the Positive with Behaviours that Challenge: Empathic Strategies for Working with Children and Adults

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Targeting the Positive with Behaviours that Challenge: Empathic Strategies for Working with Children and Adults : Baker, Andy: Amazon.co.uk: Books

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Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust

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Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) has a website specifically for our school nursing services, which aims to provide information for families on topics:

The ‘Lincolnshire Healthy Families’ website aims to provide information for families on topics such as

Health Needs Assessments

Immunisations

Continence

PHSE

School Nursing drop-in service

Parenting and behaviour

Health and wellbeing

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Children’s Services :: Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust

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Here4You: offers an advice and self-referral line for parent/carers of children, and for young
people (aged 13 or over), who are struggling with their emotional or mental health and are not
currently being supported by Healthy Minds, MHST or CAMHS. There is also an online self-referral
form and access to information about online workshops, websites and tips from young people to
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We provide support and treatment for children, young people and their families, who are experiencing emotional wellbeing difficulties. We support children and young people up to 19 years old. If they have a special educational need or disability or are a care leaver we can see them up to the age of 25.

Everyone at some point might find it hard to cope with how they are feeling or what is happening in their life. Healthy Minds Lincolnshire provides early support when your child starts to feel that life is getting out of control and they need some help to cope.

Our teams are made up of a variety of professionals. All staff are referred to as Healthy Minds Practitioners and have a nursing, social work, counsellor, teaching, or mental health background.

We can help your child with:

Exam stress

Worries

Interpersonal Skills

Low mood

Low self-esteem

Low body confidence

Coping with change

Self-harm

If your child would like support please speak to their teacher, GP or call our Lincolnshire Here4You advice line on 0800 234 6342. If your child is under 16 we will usually need to speak to a parent or carer.

What we offer

The support we offer is based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques, which are designed to help your child think about things differently and learn to cope in a more positive way.

We can support your child by:

Directing your child to use self-help

Workshops delivered online or at school to small groups of children or young people as a one off session

Virtual groups delivered to a small number of young people.

One to one sessions with a Practitioner. These are typically delivered virtually within a school or community setting.

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS): is designed to meet a wide range of
moderate to severe mental health needs in children and young people. These will include
moderate, acute and severe, complex and/or enduring mental health problems or disorders that
are causing significant impairments in their lives.

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CAMHS Learning Disability Service- Easy Read Guide
CAMHS Learning Disability team is a community based specialist service offering support to children and young people, aged between 0-18 years, who are experiencing significant mental health problems and who are diagnosed with moderate to severe learning disability.

Mental health and/ or associated complex needs

Challenging behaviour

The team will work with you, your parents/carers, schools, and health professionals and social care to offer individual tailored advice and strategies to support you. This might include:

Conducting a comprehensive holistic assessment to include psychological, emotional and behavioural health as well as looking at physical issues which could be affecting mental health well-being (e.g. sleep)

Conducting a psychiatric assessment and medication consultation / review (if required)

Offering behaviour management advice and interventions

1:1 time with the young person and their family

Offering telephone consultations and advice

Teaching and consultation to agencies (such as schools, respite services, children's homes)

Offering a parent support program

Signposting to other appropriate agencies

This is not an exhaustive list and most importantly, following any assessments, you and your family will be invited to be involved in deciding the best course of action.

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

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CAMHS Learning Disability Service- Easy Read Guide CAMHS Learning Disability team is a community based specialist service offering support to children and young people, aged between 0-18 years, who are experiencing significant mental health problems and who are diagnosed with moderate to severe learning disability.

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The CAMHS Crisis and Enhanced Home Treatment Team

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The CAMHS Crisis and Enhanced Home Treatment Team

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The CAMHS Crisis and Enhanced Home Treatment Team (CCETT) provides crisis intervention for
young people actively displaying suicidal ideation or following suicide attempts, severe symptoms
of depression with suicidal ideation, life threatening harm to self, harm to others as a result of a
mental health concern, acute psychotic symptoms or presentation of anorexia with severe
physical symptoms. Where involved, the CCETT and CAMHS team would work together to support
a child or young person and their family.

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CAMHS Learning Disability Service- Easy Read Guide
CAMHS Learning Disability team is a community based specialist service offering support to children and young people, aged between 0-18 years, who are experiencing significant mental health problems and who are diagnosed with moderate to severe learning disability.

Mental health and/ or associated complex needs

Challenging behaviour

The team will work with you, your parents/carers, schools, and health professionals and social care to offer individual tailored advice and strategies to support you. This might include:

Conducting a comprehensive holistic assessment to include psychological, emotional and behavioural health as well as looking at physical issues which could be affecting mental health well-being (e.g. sleep)

Conducting a psychiatric assessment and medication consultation / review (if required)

Offering behaviour management advice and interventions

1:1 time with the young person and their family

Offering telephone consultations and advice

Teaching and consultation to agencies (such as schools, respite services, children's homes)

Offering a parent support program

Signposting to other appropriate agencies

This is not an exhaustive list and most importantly, following any assessments, you and your family will be invited to be involved in deciding the best course of action.

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CAMHS Learning Disability Service- Easy Read Guide CAMHS Learning Disability team is a community based specialist service offering support to children and young people, aged between 0-18 years, who are experiencing significant mental health problems and who are diagnosed with moderate to severe learning disability.

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Young minds
You are not alone
However you're feeling right now, things can get better. And we're here to help

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YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People

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YoungMinds are a mental health charity for children, young people and their parents, making sure all young people can get the mental health support they need.

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Get more support

If you're struggling with your mental health, or you're worried about one of your friends, there are lots of organisations and charities that offer help specifically for young people.

Support from charities for young people

The Mix has a free, confidential telephone helpline and online service that aims to find you the best help, whatever the problem.

Shout 85258 provides free, confidential, 24/7 text message support in the UK for anyone struggling to cope. They can help with issues including suicidal thoughts, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse, self-harm, relationship problems and bullying. Text "Shout" to 85258 to speak to an empathetic, trained volunteer who will listen and work with you to solve problems.

Young Minds offers support and advice including practical tips and advice from young people, as well as information on where to get support.

If you're under 19, you can also call Childline on 0800 1111 to talk. The number will not appear on your phone bill.

Support from the NHS

You can find more information about NHS children and young people's mental health services (CYPMHS) on the NHS website. You can also look at your local Clinical Commissioning Group website.

Alternatively, most services also have their own website with information about access, referrals (including whether you can "self-refer") and contact details - try searching in your area for "CYPMHS" or "CAMHS" (children and adolescent mental health services, an older term used for some CYPMHS).

You can also talk to an adult you trust - for example a parent, carer, teacher, social worker or GP - and they can look into this for you.

Support for different groups

There are lots of organisations and networks who provide advice and support for specific groups. It can help to connect with other young people and supporters who understand where you are coming from:

Support for learnig disabilities and autism

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Childline Toolbox
However you're feeling, we’re here to help. Take your mind off things with games, use our tools to find ways to cope or get creative and let your feelings out. It’s all in your handy toolbox.

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Childline 1:2:1 counsellor chat

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Headspace (limited free content, then payable) Suitable for children.  One of the most popular Apps.  Features 10 free sessions.

Moodfit (free)

Elefriends (free) A great free app from Mind, the mental health charity. This app features a ‘news feed’  style interactive main page where you can comment, read, or share your own thoughts and feelings  with other like-minded users. There is also a private message facility.

Smiling Mind (free)  ‘Check in with yourself’ with this comprehensive app from Oz, which enables you to track your mood  along with hundreds of targeted mindfulness practices for young and old alike.

Calm (limited free content, then paid) Suitable for children and pre-teens.   A wide range of exercise and mindful options

Mindshift CBT Suitable for pre-teens and teens. Supports anxiety relief. Catch It (endorsed by the NHS). You can log your mood, check the mood and ultimately change the mood. There are options for  depression, anxiety, anger, relaxation, confusion and happiness using CBT.

Relax Melodies Suitable for Children  Relaxing sounds and music to support mindfulness.

Grief Support (ages from 11)  This app has been created by leading bereavement charity Child Bereavement UK and the bereaved  young people it works with. It is for 11- 25 year olds who have been bereaved of someone important to them. It can also be used by friends, teachers, parents and professionals who would like to know how to support bereaved young people.

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The freephone, 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247

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Video title: Refuge's 24-hour, Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Video duration: 1 minute 20 seconds
Description: Information video on what it is like to call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline and who can call it.

Refuge's 24-hour, Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline 'Transcript'

[Background music plays]

Soft down beat music

[Animated sequence]

Animation in hand-drawn style showing a woman in a house standing behind a man on a sofa. The woman looks worried and the man appears angry, a speech bubble comes out of the man's mouth.

[Text displays]

!*!!*!!

[Female voice over]

I was walking on eggshells around my partner didn't know where to turn.

[Animated sequence]

The door in the background slams shut. We zoom in on it and it turns into a smart mobile phone in the women's hand. The phone displays the details of the National Domestic Abuse Helpline Number and a green phone icon. Her finger hovers over the phone icon.

[Text displays]

Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247

[Female voice over]

I'd read about refuges National Domestic Abuse Helpline, but I was hesitant to call.

[Animated sequence]

The scene transitions to the woman sitting on a couch to the left of the screen, and another woman, the Helpline adviser, sitting on the right on a computer. They are facing each other. The screen is split into two different backgrounds with a window in the background that crosses over both.

[Female voice over]

The woman I spoke to really understood my situation though, it was such a relief just to talk.

[Animated sequence]

The woman begins to smile. The blinds in the window open up to show a sun and both rooms become brighter.

[Animated sequence]

Scene transitions to a top down view of the Helpline worker writing on lined paper.

[Female voice over]

I was reassured that it was a confidential and non-judgmental service run by a charity.

[Text displays]

Confidential

Non-judgemental

[Female voice over]

She said I could ring at any time, even if I just wanted to talk about what I was going through

[Text displays]

Any time

Just talk

[Female voice over]

It's free and open 24 hours a day.

[Text displays]

Free

24 hours

[Animated sequence]

Scene zooms out to show a group of five women of mixed races and ages including the Helpline adviser from the earlier scene.

[Female voice over]

It was comforting to know that the helpline is staffed by an all female team of experts,

[Animated sequence]

Scene zooms out to show smart mobile phone showing an animation of the live chat page on nationaldahelpline.org.uk. The women's finger begins to type.

[Female voice over]

and that I can also contact them using live chat.

[Sound effect]

Keys tapping

[Animated sequence]

The phone fades away and four framed picture swing into view. They show four women of various ages and races, one of who is pictured with a child, including the women from the first scene.

[Female voice over]

I was told that the helpline is open to any woman who is afraid of her partner,

[Sound effect]

Glass cracking

[Animated sequence]

The glass in one of the picture frames cracks

[Text displays]

[Female voice over]

whether you're being physically abused or not

[Animated sequence]

The picture of the woman from the first scene is zoomed in on. She picks up her mobile phone as the frame turns into a circle. Another circular frame, showing the Helpline adviser, comes into view and begins to merge with the woman's frame. The woman and the Helpline worker turn to face each other and hold hands.

[Female voice over]

The Helpline advisor helped me realise I'm not alone and reassured me it wasn't my fault.

[Text displays]

I'm not alone

[Animated sequence]

Scene scrolls across to show the woman looking in a mirror and hugging herself. She begins to smile.

[Female voice over]

That was really empowering and I began to believe in myself again.

She made me feel like I had choices.

[Background music plays]

Music becomes more upbeat

[Animated sequence]

Scene zooms in on mirror until the frame is not visible. The background transitions to show a countryside scene with rolling hills, trees and butterflies. The woman lifts a hot drink to take a sip and closes her eyes.

[Female voice over]

From that moment on, I could see a life free from violence and fear.

That phone call was the beginning of the rest of my life.

[Animated sequence]

The woman opens her eyes and looks up.

[Animated sequence]

Scene fades to show black text on a white background below the Refuge pink and black logo.

[Text displays]

Refuge's Freephone, 24 hour, National Domestic Abuse Helpline.
Call us on 0808 2000 247
Or visit wwww.nationaldahelpline.org.uk for information and support, including our live chat and secure online contact form.

We know our lines are often busy but we really want to hear from you.

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Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Specialist Service

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24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line: 0808 500 2222

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We are a service for anyone aged 16+ in England and Wales who has been affected by rape, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual harassment or any other form of sexual violence - at any point in their life.

This includes people who have experienced sexual violence or abuse themselves, as well as their friends, family or anyone else who is trying to support them.

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This factsheet explains what a non-molestation order is, how it can protect victims of domestic abuse, and how to apply for one.

Men's Advice Line evaluation survey

Have you spoken to our Advisors? Tell us about your experience

Take our survey

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Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men | Men's Advice Line UK

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Working to end Honour Based Abuse in the UK We run the national Honour Based Abuse Helpline, train professionals, gather data to inform policies and services, and campaign for change.

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Our goal is to end Honour Based Abuse in the UK. We run a national helpline, offer training to professionals, gather data to inform policies and services, and campaign for change.

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NHS website for help with domestic violence

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NHS website for help with domestic violence

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Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. Find out how to recognise the signs and where to get help.
If you're worried someone might see you have visited this page, the Women's Aid website tells you how to cover your tracks online.

Domestic violence, also called domestic abuse, includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse in couple relationships or between family members.

Domestic violence can happen against anyone, and anybody can be an abuser.

Getting help and support for domestic violence

You do not have to wait for an emergency situation to find help. If domestic abuse is happening to you, it's important to tell someone and remember you're not alone.

Other ways to get support:

You can also email for support. It is important that you specify when and if it is safe to respond and to which email address:

The Survivor's Handbook from the charity Women's Aid is free and provides information for women on a wide range of issues, such as housing, money, helping your children, and your legal rights.

If you are worried that you are abusive, you can contact the free Respect helpline on 0808 802 4040.

Signs of domestic violence and abuse

There are different kinds of abuse, but it's always about having power and control over you.

If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you might be in an abusive relationship or experiencing domestic abuse.

Emotional abuse

Does your partner or someone you live with ever:

belittle you, or put you down?

blame you for the abuse or arguments?

deny that abuse is happening, or downplay it?

isolate you from your family and friends?

stop you going to college or work?

make unreasonable demands for your attention?

accuse you of flirting or having affairs?

tell you what to wear, who to see, where to go, and what to think?

control your money, or not give you enough to buy food or other essential things?

monitor your social media profiles, share photos or videos of you without your consent or use GPS locators to know where you are?

Threats and intimidation

Does your partner or someone you live with ever:

threaten to hurt or kill you?

destroy things that belong to you?

stand over you, invade your personal space?

threaten to kill themselves or the children?

read your emails, texts or letters?

harass or follow you?

Physical abuse

The person abusing you may hurt you in a number of ways.

Does your partner or someone you live with ever:

slap, hit or punch you?

push or shove you?

bite or kick you?

burn you?

choke you or hold you down?

throw things?

Sexual abuse

Sexual abuse can happen to anyone.

Does your partner or someone you live with ever:

touch you in a way you do not want to be touched?

make unwanted sexual demands?

hurt you during sex?

pressure you to have unsafe sex - for example, not using a condom?

pressure you to have sex?

If anyone has sex with you when you do not want to, this is rape. It is still rape if that person is your partner.

Have you ever felt afraid of your partner?

Have you ever changed your behaviour because you're afraid of what your partner might do?

If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, there are lots of people who can help you.

Domestic violence and abuse against women often starts during pregnancy. If the relationship is already abusive, it can get worse.

Find out more about domestic abuse in pregnancy.

If you decide to leave

The first step in escaping an abusive situation is realising that you're not alone and it's not your fault.

Before you go, try to get advice from an organisation such as:

If you're considering leaving, be careful who you tell. It's important the person abusing you does not know where you're going.

Women's Aid has useful information about making a safety plan that applies to both women and men, including advice if you decide to leave.

Helping a friend if they're being abused

If you're worried a friend is being abused, let them know you've noticed something is wrong.

They might not be ready to talk, but try to find quiet times when they can talk if they choose to.

If someone confides in you that they're suffering domestic abuse:

listen, and take care not to blame them

acknowledge it takes strength to talk to someone about experiencing abuse

give them time to talk, but do not push them to talk if they do not want to

acknowledge they're in a frightening and difficult situation

tell them nobody deserves to be threatened or beaten, despite what the abuser has said

support them as a friend, encourage them to express their feelings, and allow them to make their own decisions

do not tell them to leave the relationship or leave home if they're not ready - that's their decision

ask if they have suffered physical harm and if they have, offer to go with them to a hospital or GP

help them report the assault to the police if they choose to

be ready to provide information about organisations that offer help for people experiencing domestic abuse

Video: domestic violence

In this video, 2 women describe their experiences of domestic abuse.

Sexual assault

Anyone who has been sexually assaulted can get confidential help, treatment and support at a sexual assault referral centre.
Read more about getting help after rape and sexual assault Find your nearest sexual assault referral centre

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Domestic Violence and abuse- Emergency Injunction Service

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If you are concerned about domestic abuse, we know it can be hard to find support. That's why Bright Sky was developed.

Download Bright Sky today because you never know when you might need it to save someone's life.

Bright Sky is a safe, easy to use app and website that provides practical support and information on how to respond to domestic abuse. It is for anyone experiencing domestic abuse, or who is worried about someone else.

Bright Sky helps you to spot the signs of abuse, know how to respond, and help someone find a safe route to support.
The app can be downloaded for free via the app stores. Please only download the app if it is safe for you to do so and if you are sure that your phone isn't being monitored.
Launched in partnership with Vodafone Foundation and Thames Valley Partnership, the app hosts a UK-wide directory of specialist support service and offers users assessment tools to help you spot the signs for someone experiencing domestic abuse. It has had over 80,000 downloads since its launch in 2018. The website is focused on how to spot the signs of domestic abuse, advice on how to support someone you have concerns for, and ways to find help.
Features

The app is available in 5 languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi, Polish and Welsh.

A unique UK-wide directory of specialist domestic abuse support services with contact details.

Content to help you understand if you or someone else is at risk .

Links to further resources and information on domestic abuse.

Information to help you to stay safe online.

Please only download the Bright Sky app if it is safe to do so. If you are in immediate danger, always call the police on 999. Visit Bright Sky Online
Contact

To add or amend the details of a specialist service on the Bright Sky app, please complete the form below.
Update service details on Bright Sky
If you have any other enquiries about Bright Sky, you can email [email protected] .

For media enquiries, please contact: [email protected]

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The Bright Sky app provides support for those experiencing domestic abuse as well as those concerned about friends and family members

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Supporting your child with behaviour Are you worried about a child's difficult and dangerous behaviour? Does your child sometimes become violent towards others?  Do the rest of the family sometimes get hurt?  Newbold Hope is entirely run by parents who have been through this with their own child and our whole approach is based on what we know has already worked successfully in our own families and in thousands of others.

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Are you worried about a child's difficult and dangerous behaviour? Does your child sometimes become violent towards others? Do the rest of the family sometimes get hurt? Newbold Hope is entirely run by parents who have been through this with their own child and our whole approach is based on what we know has already worked successfully in our own families and in thousands of others.

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Are you worried about a child's difficult and dangerous behaviour? Does your child sometimes become violent towards others? Do the rest of the family sometimes get hurt? Newbold Hope is entirely run by parents who have been through this with their own child and our whole approach is based on what we know has already worked successfully in our own families and in thousands of others.

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Support with child to parent abuse

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A letter from our founder

Dear Parent,

I see you; I know you're there; I know the despair, the hurt and upset you are feeling. I know the feeling of blame, the guilt and the constant searching for answers and reasons. I know the sleepless nights, the worry about keeping your family safe, the struggle of trying to hold down employment. I know the looks and comments you get from family, friends and professionals, the tug you feel in your heart. I know that horrific pain that is running through you. I know how you hate yourself when you have thoughts of asking services for help or even to have your child placed with them. I know the failing you feel and how you are trying to survive each day without incident or trauma. I know you feel so isolated and alone even if you do have support around you. I know you're doing the best you can in a situation where you have nowhere to turn. I know this is not your fault and that you are not to blame.

How do I know this? Because I was you. I was being abused by my child. I had all of those feelings and more. Accepting my child's behaviour was abusive was not easy or something I even wanted to consider, but this was the reality. Things will not always be this tough, things can improve and you as a family will find a safe way that works for you.

Right now, you may feel that nobody understands and that your situation is beyond help or support. I promise you it is not. You are not alone. I hear you. I will listen, help and act alongside you if needed.

PEGS was started to help those going through similar situations of extreme difficulty and worry.

PEGS is here for you, created out of trauma but going forward with love, passion and determination to see change.

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Child to parent abuse | Parental Education Growth Support (PEGS)

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PEGS has been set up to support both parents and professionals deal with the issues associated with child-to-parent abuse. Supporting parents and professionals with child to parent abuse. Learn More

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is for anyone who wants to find out if someone they are in a relationship with has a record of abusive offences, or suggest a risk of violence or abuse-

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Clare’s Law is for anyone who wants to find out if someone they are in a relationship with has a record of abusive offences, or suggest a risk of viole…

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Make a change today! Discover healthy recipes, food swaps, nutritional advice, and top tips and activities to help the whole family stay healthy.

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Whether squeezing it in before the school run in the morning or before bed on busy midweek evenings, preparing your child's lunchbox can seem like just another thing on the list.

School meals are a great choice, but if you do make a packed lunch for your child then we've got you covered with our range of quick, easy, healthier lunchbox ideas and tips.

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Simple, tasty recipes and tips for hassle-free healthier packed lunches.

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Prioritising happiness and kindness influences how we approach everything - including our personal lives, families, communities, schools and workplaces. It also shapes our views on public policy and helps us to consider the wellbeing of future generations too.
We have no religious, political or commercial affiliations and welcome people of all faiths (or none) and all parts of society. Our members make a simple pledge: to create more happiness and less unhappiness in the world.

Our patron is The Dalai Lama.

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Action for Happiness is a charity that promotes a happier and more caring society. We promote how to be happy, kindness, connection & wellbeing

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READ THE LATEST ISSUE OF BALANCE We’re thrilled to announce our most captivating issue yet! Inside, you’ll find intimate conversations with cover stars Steven Bartlett, Davina McCall, and Paul C Brunson, each sharing their personal wellbeing insights. Explore compelling features on…Read more ›

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Place2Be is a children and young people's mental health charity with almost 30 years' experience working with pupils, families and staff in UK schools.

We provide mental health support in schools through one-to-one and group counselling using tried and tested methods backed by research. In addition, we also offer expert training and professional qualifications.

Why it's important

1 in 5

children and young people have a probable mental health condition, and many continue to have these problems into adulthood.

50%

of those with lifetime mental health problems first experience symptoms by the age of 14.

1 in 10
boys aged 5-19 with a mental health condition are suspended in some form from school.

Find out more about our work

How we help

Mental health support in schools

Our in-school mental health service supports the wellbeing of pupils, families and staff.
Find out more

Our mental health services in schools

We provide mental health services in schools that contribute to a whole-school approach to mental health.
Find out more

Counselling training and placements

Gain experience and skills with our child counselling training and placements.
Find out more

Place2Be is part of our school family. It is more than an office, more than a therapy room and more than a collection of counsellors.

Glyn Ellis - Headteacher, Haslingden Primary School

My daughter had become a different person - one we didn't recognise - but since counselling we see signs of our old loving daughter coming back.

Parent

If you have problems or worries you get a chance to talk to a person you trust. When I grow up I want to help children like Place2Be helps children.

Eight-year-old girl

Your support makes it possible

Thousands of vulnerable children and families depend on our work every single day. We simply cannot reach them without your help. There are so many ways to lend your support.

Place2Be's counselling service in primary schools has the potential to return £8 to society by improving long-term outcomes for each child.

Make a donation

How you can help

Fundraise for us

Raise money to transform children and young people's mental health. Browse ideas, tips and advice.

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Take part in an event

Run, cycle, walk. Trek to great heights or tackle some muddy obstacles. Take a look at our fundraising events.

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Partner with us

See how your organisation can help us to support more children, families and school staff across the UK.

Find out more

Our impact

In the last school year

6,901

pupils were supported through one-to-one counselling.

33,327

pupils booked their own appointments o speak to our mental health professional.

After one-to-one counselling with Place2Be

76%

of children with severe difficulties show an improvement in mental health, according to parents.

64%

of pupils whose difficulties impacted their learning in class improved, according to teachers.

75%

of children and young people found it easier to make and keep friends, according to parents and carers.

Place2Be: mental health support in schools

Hear from children and teachers about the impact of Place2Be.

News & blogs

Eating Disorders in Children and Young People: a major public health concern

Clara Faria and Professor Tamsin Ford reflect on the impact of eating disorders on children and young people's mental health.

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New report from NHS England shows increase in children experiencing mental health difficulties

Published today, the report reveals that 1 in 5 children and young people now have a probable mental health condition.

Read more

The BAFTA Roadshow with Place2Be arrives in North-West London

BAFTA and Place2Be team up to bring the BAFTA Roadshow to North-West London.

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Supporting people across all ages to improve sleep, and provides sleep training to professionals in the health, social and corporate sectors.

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MindSpace Stamford is a local charity taking a community approach to improving the mental health and wellbeing of the whole town, helping people to flourish.

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Don't Lose Hope is a charity that offers a professional counselling service for all members of the community from age 4 upwards. This is a free service for families/individuals receiving certain state benefits and affordable to all others. This service is delivered by a team of qualified and experienced counsellors, in private fully equipped counselling rooms. We rely on fundraising to ensure we can maintain this service. We raise funds through our Café, and Gift Shop and also through Donations.

Our online Gift Shop is now open providing unique and personalised gifts and collectibles for all. With something to suit all budgets, and a combination of handmade and locally produced goods, we are sure you will find something to match your needs.

Thank you for your Donations and support. Without these, we wouldn't be able to provide access to therapeutic and emotional support.
If you would like to learn more about how you can support us, please click here

Inside our Café we are proud to serve freshly ground coffee, handmade cakes and scones, freshly made sandwiches, baguettes and paninis and much more. All served by our amazing team of volunteers.

Our Community Garden and man shed are changing with the seasons and we are looking forward to welcoming these new additions as we head into an exciting new phase in our support provisions. You can now become a member to support us supporting you.

The café is open Monday to Friday 9-4 and Saturday 10-4, and is run by volunteers. This is a space where anyone can drop in and find someone to talk to, get involved in activities, make friends or just have a slice of cake and a cup of tea.

You can read here about our latest News

We are based at 4 North Street, Bourne, PE10 9HA.

We are looking for volunteers to cover a range of roles within the charity. If you are interested please email dlhvolunteers@gmail.com

You can find out more about our fundraising and other news through our facebook page.

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Bereavement Support

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Grief can be overwhelming - you don’t have to deal with it alone. Cruse Bereavement Support is here. Call our helpline or chat online.

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We do not tolerate behaviours that are threatening or abusive in any way. While we recognise that people who exhibit these behaviours have a right to the support they need, it's not possible for us to provide a safe and supportive space when met with threatening or abusive behaviours.

We act to prevent further contacts from callers who behave in these ways. Please see our privacy policy for more information.
Limiting or withdrawing access to our services
From time to time we may have to use the information collected about you when you contact us to make decisions about limiting access to our services. If we believe you are abusing our service or are abusive towards volunteers, we will use our system to block your calls or messages from getting through.

If you can't get through by phone, you will hear a message that explains how to contact us to discuss our decision to block you from our system.

If we take the decision to limit your access to our systems, we will make every effort to inform you as to the reason why we have restricted your access. We may ask you to give us a contact number so that a member of our Caller Support Team can call you to talk about your support needs.

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If you're going through a tough time, contact us free. We won't judge you or tell you what to do. We are here to listen so you don't have to face it alone.

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National charity helping people with Anxiety - Anxiety UK

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Become a Member of Anxiety UK. We pride ourselves on being user led, with many on our staff and volunteer team having personal experience of anxiety.

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Supporting men through difficulties in their mental and physical ill health, ultimately to prevent suicide.

About us

ManHealth are the only voluntary sector organisation using a proactive approach to address the crisis of male suicide. ManHealth provide free peer support groups across County Durham, Darlington, Tyne and Wear and Northumberland for men who are going through a storm. We know that the intense emotional pain you can experience when life is not going to plan. You may have experienced trauma which can distort your thinking so it becomes harder to see possible solutions to problems. Because of these things you may be finding it difficult to connect with those who can offer support. Suicide might seem like the only way to make the pain stop. This is not true. Peer support offered by those who have a lived experience of mental ill health can help men live.

In 2022 ManHealth supported over 4000 men and provided over 8000 hours of free peer support.
Our Vision

To play a vital role in supporting men and building healthier communities.
Our Mission

To empower men experiencing mental and/or physical ill health through support, education and shared experience.

ManHealth provides weekly ongoing peer support services to men who are struggling or need someone to listen and talk with. With peer support groups spread across the North East of England, our sessions are led by men with lived experience and provide hugely valued weekly respite and a safe place for men to discuss how they feel.

With an ethos of sharing and education, our groups enable peer to peer empathy, an experienced ear and most importantly, friends that have walked the walk of mental ill health.

With an underpinning positive approach to learning about mental health issues, not only are our group facilitators trained internally to support them in helping others, but our sessions empower our service users through learning and awareness. Each session provides insight into a diverse range of challenges a service user may be experiencing from depression, to anxiety, self-awareness or sleep hygiene as examples. Through this, we encourage group discussion which consistently provides personal experience insight, a highly valuable aspect of peer to peer support.

In addition to our groups ManHealth organise specific activities that provide a physical focus to our men, with organised walking & football groups being very popular activities. In turn, these activities serve as great social interaction events, helping struggling men to improve their self-confidence.

ManHealth also provides fully accredited training and short courses for businesses enabling us as an organisation to raise awareness of men's mental and physical ill health and help others to contribute to that which is the biggest challenge, changing opinions on the need to address men's health inequalities, mental health and suicide.

In a mental health emergency, call: 0800 0516 171 to speak to Tees, Esk, Wear Vallley NHS Trust

The line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for people of all ages living in County Durham, Darlington, Teesside.

Samaritans.

Phone: 116 123.

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ManHealth provide support to men who experiencing struggles in their lives. ManHealth provide male peer support groups, training on health inequalities affecting men and strive to raise awareness about men's health.

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Flagship of hope - SANE research centre

The Prince of Wales International Centre for SANE Research is to be a hub for a major international programme investigating the use of cannabidiol (CBD) to treat people with psychosis and schizophrenia.

The study is made possible thanks to a £16.5 million grant from the Wellcome Trust to the University of Oxford.

Global study into schizophrenia and psychosis at SANE research centre

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SANE: Meeting the challenge of mental illness. No-one affected by mental illness should face crisis, distress or despair alone.

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Ways to put yourself first

Give yourself permission

It is very easy, as a parent or carer, to prioritise the needs of your family and others ahead of your own wellbeing. But taking time for yourself is not selfish. Everybody needs space to unwind and relax, and giving yourself permission to take some time to recharge your batteries means that you will hopefully have more energy and patience to meet the needs of your family. Start by trying to give yourself 10 minutes each day where you can just sit down, have a cup of tea and take a breather.'

You often get told to give some time for yourself. This doesn't need to be outside of the house. You can do this however you want, even if its going to the next room and eating some chocolate. '

Be kind to yourself

If you're looking at this page there's a pretty good chance you're struggling at the moment. It may be that you also feel bad about yourself and feel as if you're failing. If this is happening it can help to have a think about how you 'talk' to yourself. We're sometimes much harder on ourselves in our own thoughts than we would be to anyone else we speak to. Imagine that it's a friend who's in your situation right now instead of you. How would you comfort them? How would you encourage them? Can you speak encouragingly to yourself too?
'When things aren't going well, I often blame myself. I'm learning to notice when I do it and to try to be kind and gentle with myself. I tell myself I'm doing my best instead of that I'm failing.'
Ways to get things done

Make a to-do list

At times you might find that your 'list of things to do' can build up. This could be general errands, shopping for vital items, or general admin. If these tasks are weighing on your mind compile a to-do list that you can tick off as you go along prioritising those activities which need to be done that day or week. This includes setting aside quality time with your children and time for yourself. Just seeing everything written down may help make things seem more manageable and identify things which really aren't urgent. And remember it is fine and healthy to sometimes have a downday.
'I've had to learn how to not feel guilty about not getting everything I wanted to get done. A mixture of self-compassion and having realistic expectations to begin with.'
Ask for help

Asking for help from others can sometimes feel as if we're failing as a parent or carer but parenting can be tough and reaching out for support is nothing to feel ashamed of. Whether it's minding your child for a short time to allow you to get things done or running a small errand for you, friends and family will often be happy to help and children and young people can also benefit from knowing there are other trusted adults in their life that your family can turn to. Depending on the age of the child, you can also ask them to complete age-appropriate tasks to help around the house to relieve you of some of the everyday tasks.
'It's so important to take help where you can. Try to be specific about the help you need and when you need it as this will often help others know what is required and how they can help.'
Ways to look after yourself

Maintain energy levels
'Making time to exercise is really important even if its just walking around the block with your baby in a pram.' 'My partner would often have to work late so every now and again I would ask a friend to babysit whilst I slept upstairs knowing my children were safe and entertained downstairs.'
Looking after your physical health can have a positive impact on your mental and emotional wellbeing. A healthy and balanced diet can help how you feel physically and avoiding certain foods can help if you're feeling low or anxious. Regular exercise doesn't need to mean running 5ks but may include regular walks,

or visualisation.

Prioritise sleep
'It's important to have your own voice and to not let others tell you what you should be doing or what you need.'
Balanced sleep is really important for good mental health but it can also be a really useful self-care tool for when you need a break to get away from your thoughts or situation for a bit. Trying to establish good sleep routines for your children can be the first step to giving you time at night to relax and allow you to get a good night sleep for yourself. This may be harder with babies and infants but even with older children you may benefit from allowing yourself a power nap in the daytime whilst they are at school.

Ways to stay connected
'As much as I love my phone and everything I use it for, I feel like I'd be much less anxious without it.'
Check in with friends

Maintaining good relationships with friends and family is one of the most important factors in maintaining good mental health. New 'parent friends' can be great for both you and your children but sometimes old friends are the only ones who you can really confide in, have a laugh with, and make you feel better about yourself. Of course, meeting face-to-face may not always be possible but scheduling a regular call once your children are in bed or doing their homework can make all the difference.
'Doing something that I love and that I've loved since before I had children helps me to feel energised and more 'myself'. It's good to remember who I am outside of being a parent.'
Say 'no' to things

Often when we're struggling, it may feel hard to balance how we're feeling with the expectations that may be placed on us by ourselves or our family. There is lots of advice about setting healthy boundaries and interpersonal effectiveness worksheets online which can help you communicate your needs without seeming aggressive or feeling guilty about neglecting the needs of others. Remember you have the right to say yes or no without having to explain your reasons.

Ways to create free time in your diary

Sometimes a 24/7 engagement with instant messaging and social media can feel a bit relentless and stressful. Some people say they stay on devices out of habit. Just as you might limit your children's time on devices, try to set a time when you will put the phone down and unwind with your family. You can also curate your social media by only following accounts that make you feel good and blocking or ignoring accounts which may make you feel angry, low or depressed. Limiting use of devices can also help you have 'good sleep' which in turn can help with your energy levels and mental wellbeing.

Remember your passions

Before you became a parent of carer, you may have had hobbies or passions which have fallen by the wayside. Finding time to engage in activities which you enjoy can boost your self-esteem and have a positive impact on your own wellbeing. Whether its baking, crafting, creative writing, or drawing and painting, there are many activities you can do at home that needn't cost too much and can give you a sense of pride when the activity is complete. Of course, you may prefer to join a choir or local drama group or even just taking time to listen to music that you like rather than what your kids like can prove beneficial.

Additional support

Whilst self-care is important, it is important to recognise that if you are struggling as a parent or carer with your mental health and wellbeing that you know that there is help and support out there for you. Your GP should be able to offer help and support and, if necessary, refer you to an adult mental health service. Where possible, try to talk to a trusted friend or relative so they are also aware of how you're feeling and can check in on you. The below organisations also offer crisis support for parents and carers:

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Guidance on the importance of self-care for parents and carers

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Mental Health Foundation | Good mental health for all

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Explore information to help you understand mental health and get advice on how you look after your own mental health or support someone you know with theirs.

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Parenting and Family Support - Family Lives (Parentline Plus) | Family Lives

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Parenting and family support from Family Lives (formerly Parentline Plus) through our website, helpline 0808 800 2222, email service at askus@familylives.org.uk, live chat and local services.

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This 30 minute webinar about Emotion Coaching describes, why we need Emotion Coaching, what it is (and what it is not) and how to do it.

This short 5 minute white board animation serves as an introduction to Emotion Coaching. It might be of interest to people who want a quick idea of what is Emotion Coaching.

Different emotional styles - The 'Ethan' series of videos

In this series of videos, an adolescent boy Ethan struggles to remain focussed on the task set for him in class. In each video his class teacher illustrates one of the emotional styles we use to respond to emotions in others: emotion disapproving, emotion dismissing, laissez-faire, and emotion coaching. At the end of each video, a guide supports reflection about the style depicted and the impact the interaction has upon Ethan, the teacher, and the other pupils.

The Hand Model of the Brain

An animated adaptation of Dr. Dan Siegel's original concept, 'The Hand Model of the Brain' is aimed at children and young people, as well as the adults who interact with them.

In this video links are made between how the body, brain and emotions work together to support our responses to stress.

This animation started with a naturally occurring conversation between a mother and her 6 year old daughter about what school exclusion means, after reading a story together where this theme came up.

It highlights the importance of the child's voice and of listening to children's views about how adults in schools might respond to pupil behaviour: by using the behaviour they see as a step to wondering what emotions the child might be experiencing.

A child's perspective of school
exclusions

ACLE ACADEMY - WENSUM TRUST

In 2020/21 Emotion Coaching UK worked with the Wensum Trust to support the development of Emotion Coaching across all their eleven schools - infant, junior, primary and secondary schools. Emotion Coaching is seen by the Trust as fundamental in completing the jigsaw to achieve their ambition for every one of their schools to be Attachment Aware and Trauma Responsive.

It fits effortlessly under the umbrella of promoting early life mental health. Along with all Wensum Trust schools, Acle Academy has been on a journey for several years developing their understanding and practices towards achieving the Trust's goal before incorporating Emotion Coaching.

In this video, Nic Bliss (Assistant Principal, Acle High School) shares an honest and reflective account. He highlights persistent questioning and revisiting of what the school does to support their pupils.

Lego Hand Model of the Brain
In 2017, 13 year old Fraser Sutherland's mother explained the hand model of the brain to him. This physical/visual model gives a simple representation of how the body, brain and emotions are linked. Children and young people (and adults!) find the hand model of the brain useful in developing their understanding of emotional regulation. Fraser subsequently made a Lego animation to demonstrate his understanding of the concepts explained to him. We are delighted to share this with you.

Between September 2019 and July 2020 an iterative training programme supported a group of Northamptonshire health professionals to implement Emotion Coaching (EC) into work practices. The aim was to develop and sustain EC practice use across children's health services teams. The training programme was part of a country-wide project focused on children's resiliency and ameliorating the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES).

The training programme included an initial EC training session for 186 Health Professionals; including health visitors, school nurses, nursery nurses and others working within Universal Health Services for Children. Within the training process, a small group of EC Champions was identified. Their role would be to support and sustain EC practice, by acting as a source of expertise in EC knowledge and practice within their team.

This evaluation report examined a project carried out in an ethnically diverse cluster of schools in London: a secondary school and its 5 feeder primary schools. The aim of the project was to support the development of pupil social, emotional and mental health through adult increased awareness, competency and use of Emotion Coaching as part of the school day. Emotion Coaching provided a structure for staff to operationalise or know "how to do" relationships with pupils in their everyday encounters with them. These ongoing relationships benefited pupil emotional development. The training supported both staff and pupil intra-and inter-personal emotional competencies and relationships: adult-pupil and pupil-pupil relationships and communication were enhanced".

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Emotion Coaching Resources for Professionals

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Resources available for Emotion Coaching Professional practicioners