Mental Health and Well-being

When we are feeling anxious, low or distressed, we can get caught up in negative thoughts and how bad we are feeling. These leaflets suggest some ideas on how to help your child during these times. The self-soothe box is an especially lovely idea and everyone should have one of these to hand!

Here are a selection of 10-15 min films which are available on the CAMHS website. These are focussed on supporting primary aged young people with their mental health. It is a series of activities they can try which will support their own good mental health. All the films do a 'check in' which encourages all young people to think about, and understand,  their emotions.

1. Soothing Rhythm Breathing https://youtu.be/vogqBB1Roos
2. Peaceful Place imagery  https://youtu.be/HwFh4GeINdk
3. Activity and Boredom Jar https://youtu.be/LS8MOyukIXo
4. Making a Self Soothe Box https://youtu.be/NT0DVXMpsPs
5. Muscle Relaxation https://youtu.be/E4C_r5jQJQA
6. Grounding Exercise https://youtu.be/Oywr4afoB3Q
7. Body Scan https://youtu.be/VFNqJiGNIB8
8. 5 Finger Positive https://youtu.be/k7UNfN4vB1A
9. Breathing Techniques https://youtu.be/OnGm9c6cPB8
10. Goal Setting https://youtu.be/6xZu4wnHnfw
11. Getting Sleep https://youtu.be/iXGzz_fpljc
12. Positive Affirmations https://youtu.be/fqVaFNbQYh0
13. Colour Breathing https://youtu.be/MSuORDhCSpA
14. Our Bodies https://youtu.be/azNez8Q8vBk

Does your child suffer with sleep issues?  Do you struggle with your child's bedtime?  

https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/national-sleep-helpline/