These resources are dedicated to children and young people's general mental health and wellbeing, with a particular focus on mindfulness with developing coping skills in young people. 

  • Calm Harm is designed to help people resist or manage the urge to self-harm. 
  • Place2Behas a host of mental health resources available. They organise Children's Mental Health Week every year. 
  • SafeSpotis an iPhone and Android app that promotes positive mental wellbeing in children and young people and has been designed to help children and young people with their coping skills.  
  • Young Minds - a mental health charity supporting young people, carers and other professionals.
  • SHOUT - a mental health text support service for young people

 

Here are links which are particularly relevant to post-16 students

  • Student Space However you're feeling, help and guidance is available. Explore a range of trusted information, services and tools to help you with the challenges of student life. You can use their search tool to find the services available at your university.
  • Sleepio is an online sleep improvement programme which is free for people living in Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. 
  • The Student health app is designed to reduce your worries, feel more confident and get the support you need at what can be a challenging time for any student. Download it here Playstore link or here appstore link
  • NHS IAPT: free online NHS adult psychological therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), for common problems involving stress, anxiety and depression. IAPT services can be accessed either through a self-referral by contacting yourLocal IAPT or via your GP. 
  • Students Against Depression is a website offering advice, information, guidance and resources to those affected by low mood, depression and suicidal thinking.
  • Togetherall is available for students at eligible universities and colleges who are feeling stressed, anxious, low or not coping. It provides an anonymous online community who share troubles and support each other. It is a safe space as it is moderated by trained professionals who are available 24/7. 
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