If you're struggling with your mental health, or know someone who is, there is lots of support out there.

Around the school you will see posters of the Wellbeing Team.  They are there for you.  You are not alone!

Alternatively, check out the following advice.

How are you feeling?

Here are some ideas of how you can manage your emotions:

Get Creative!

Doing something creative can really help to distract your mind and stop you thinking about your worries. Things like doodling, colouring, painting or writing an epic adventure story, can all help you to feel better. Sometimes we just need something to focus our mind on. You don't have to be brilliant at art either. Drawing doesn't have to be perfect as it is personal to you. You might even want to draw your worry and then throw straight into the bin! If you haven't got many art materials at home, speak to your parents or your class teacher; a normal pencil and some scrap paper will do just fine! 

Get lost in an adventure! 

Reading a book can transport you to different places! Whether that is Narnia, Hogwarts or Wonderland, you can choose where you go just by simply picking up a book. If you don't like reading then you probably haven't found the right book yet. There are so many wonderful books to choose from. Try not to judge them by their covers - it's what is on the pages that really counts.

Mindful Breathing with Mojo   

Focussing on your breathing and slowing it down can really help you to feel calm.   

  • Start by putting your hands onto your belly and concentrate on your belly going up and down.   
  • Breath in slowly and count to 10 in your head.   
  • Slowly breath out slowly while still counting.   
  • Close your eyes.

Check out the Mindful Breathing video on Youtube.

Games

Play a game to take your mind off difficult things and have some fun. Browse some games using the Childline link below to find ways to cope.  

https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/games

Websites and Contact Information for You

Childline a free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything. Tel: 0800 1111

Havering Emotional Support Team can support children and young people who may be experiencing mild to moderate emotional wellbeing concerns.  

For all general enquires, contact the NELFT switchboard: Tel: 0300 555 1200

Emotional Wellbeing for Children & Young People provides support for children or young people in crisis, you can call Mental Health Direct 0800 995 1000. This number can be used anytime of the day or night.

Children & Young People's Mental Health offers support services for you to access, whatever you’re going through.  

If you, or someone else, needs urgent support for a mental health issue, phone Mental Health Direct on 0300 555 1000 (24/7, 365 days a year).