Resources

Understanding Autism and Mental Health: Finding the Right Support

Autism is not a mental health problem, but autistic young people can experience good and bad mental health like anyone else. For many families, recognising autism and understanding how it links to…

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Emotionally Based School Avoidance

Sometimes, your mental health can make it difficult to go to school or college. Other students might find it okay to go into school or college but then find it tricky to…

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Learning Disabilities and Mental Health

Sometimes, people get confused about learning disabilities and mental health problems, but they are different things. A learning disability means that someone might find it harder to learn new things or do…

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What is resilience?

Resilience is the power to bounce back when things get tough. Life isn’t always easy, and things don’t always go the way we want. Resilience helps you stay positive and keep trying….

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What does good emotional health and wellbeing look like?

Good emotional health and wellbeing doesn’t mean life is always easy – but it means feeling positive about yourself, and being able to manage life’s ups and downs. Here’s what it might…

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Tips to manage how you feel right now 

Feeling low, angry or anxious? Here are some things you can do right now to manage. Talk to someone: Share your feelings with a trusted friend, family member, or an adult you…

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How to get support for your child through a GP

Your GP can help you find support for your child’s mental health. They can use the matching questionnaire to find a service in Wirral to give your child a bit of extra…

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How to talk to a child about mental health

Talking to a child about their mental health can help them feel supported and understood. Not sure where to start? Here are some ideas Create a safe space: Make sure you start…

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Worried about a friend?

If you’re concerned about a friend’s wellbeing, here are some steps you can take to help: Talk to your friend: Find a private moment to talk to your friend. Let them know…

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Mental health vs mental wellbeing: what’s the difference?

The difference between mental health and mental wellbeing is like the difference between being healthy and being happy. Mental health is about making sure our brain is healthy and getting help when…

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