What is mental health?

Each child is unique and mental health challenges can present in many ways. Recognising the unique needs of neurodiverse children is fundamental in supporting their mental well-being, and influencing their emotional, social, and cognitive development.

Knowing the signs

Do you suspect that your child might be struggling with mental health? Watch this short video to learn how to recognise the signs.

Rejection sensitivity

Read this article if you are concerned that your child’s sensitivity is causing difficulties in their life or that they are struggling to manage their feelings.

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What are adverse childhood experineces?

In this article, we explore what ACE's are, and how they can impact children and young people.

Supporting wellbeing

Creating a supportive and nurturing environment, promoting open communication, and fostering strong connections with you, their friends and teachers are key components in promoting positive mental health outcomes for children.

Managing anxiety

In this video, we explore the challenges of anxiety and strategies you can use to support your child's wellbeing.

The changes in teens

In this video, we discuss supporting your child's sleep, encouraging activities they enjoy, rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), and changes in behaviour.

Healthy sleep

This article highlights the impact of healthy sleep on managing mental health and wellbeing.

Burnout & behaviours

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Building self esteem

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Navigating self-harm

Here, we explore how self-harm presents in children and young people, why it happens, and how you can be supportive.

Encouraging mindfulness

Mindfulness is an exercise that is practiced to make you feel fully present and engaged in the current moment. It involves paying attention to your thoughts and feelings without judgment, accepting them as they are, and feeling more in-tune with your body, mind and the environment.

Promoting regulation

In this podcast episode, we explore what emotion coaching is and strategies that you can use to support your child.

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Wellbeing strategies

This video explores strategies to support your child's wellbeing

Mindfullness activities

Looking for mindful activities and exercises to support your child's mental well-being? Download our '5 Mindfulness Activities', created by Bethany Dyke, Assistant Psychologist for our Group.

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School anxiety

For neurodivergent children, school can provide a whole host of challenges which can cause anxiety. Our supportive strategies help bridge the gap, reducing anxiety through neuro-affirming advice and dedicated support.

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Everything you should know about EBSA

This article explores advice and strategies to support neurodivergent learners at risk of EBSA.

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Supporting your child with after school meltdowns

Navigating the meltdowns

After-school meltdowns are common. Learn how to support your child through decompression with simple, calming strategies that nurture emotional well-being.

Predictable transitions

In this episode of SENsational, we explore approaches to support school transitions and the challenges children from mainstream settings face when starting a new SEN school.