Emotional Wellbeing

Mental health-related stigma and discrimination happen when people treat someone unfairly or think less of them due to the fact that the person has a mental health condition, symptoms that could be reflective of a mental health concern, or because they access support or services for mental health concerns.

In this film we explore the different kinds of stigma, how these can impact children and young people, and their families and challenges they may be facing when looking to support children in these situations.

In this short video, young people who experienced the death share their personal stories. They reflect on the reactions from their communities and schools and emphasise the need for understanding as grief affects each person in unique ways.

A look at some of the dangers of smartphones and social media on children’s mental health and what parents and carers can do to support their children’s wellbeing.

Tips for parents and carers who are considering giving their child a smartphone and are worried about online safety.

Tips for parents and carers who are worried their child is being bullied and aren’t sure how they can help.

Tips for parents and carers who are worried their child might be self-harming, including how to recognise the signs and how to help.

Tips for parents and carers whose child is struggling to sleep and may be experiencing a sleep disorder.

Tips for parents and carers of children with ADHD who are experiencing challenges at school or at home.

Tips for parents and carers of children experiencing acute or chronic anxiety.

Tips for parents and carers whose child is more anxious about going to school than usual and may be experiencing school phobia or Emotionally-Based School Avoidance (EBSA).