Rachel Ewan

In collaboration with WHO to mark World Mental Health Day, writer and illustrator Matthew Johnstone tells the story of overcoming the “black dog of depression”. More information on the book can be found here: http://matthewjohnstone.com.au/. At its worst, depression can be a frightening, debilitating condition. Millions of people around the world live with depression. Many of …

‘I had a black dog, his name was depression’ plus, ‘Living with a black dog’. Read More »

Some great online resources for parents, guardians and students. National Self Harm Network  Selfharm.co.uk  2a. Selfharm.co.uk/alumina  NHS self help guide  Calmharm app  Calm Harm – manage the urge to self harm  Expertselfcare app  Mindfulness audio  

Excellent NHS resource website – Better Health: every mind matters. It’s fair to say 2020 has not exactly been easy, and many of us are feeling uncertain or anxious about the future. But there are loads of things we can all do to look after our mental wellbeing, and taking any time you can for …

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There are lots of ways to feel calmer. It’s about finding what works for you. Try some of our breathing exercises, activities, games, and videos to help let go of stress. Activities and tools Breathing exercises Expressing yourself Yoga videos Play games Ways to cope videos

Here is a link to some excellent short videos to get help and advice on all sorts of things. From family issues and self-harm coping techniques to getting help with bullying and exam stress.