Wellness Resources

 "According to the Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities, those with intellectual and developmental disabilities are more likely to become the victim of cyberbullying." (WizCase, 2020).

This helpful online guide designed for those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder is jam packed with eye opening information surrounding the dangers of the internet, including sensory overload and the other risks for this particularly vulnerable group. 

 "Most parents will benefit from learning about sleep and proper sleep hygiene, which allow them to teach their children good sleep habits and that in turn will promote a more refreshing night's sleep and better daytime energy and concentration." (Shatkin, 2015).

 Best Sleep Health has published A Guide to Sleeping with Coronavirus Anxiety which contains valuable tips on how to improve the quality of children's sleep during this difficult time.
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 "The Mama Bear Effect® was established in 2013 in response to the perceived need for down-to-earth awareness and prevention education that was not only accessible but inspiring. 

Child sexual abuse is not necessarily an epidemic because abusers are so effective at perpetrating, but because the taboo, and consequent discomfort and fear, hold protective adults back from being aware, effectively empowering children, and responding appropriately" (The Mama Bear Effect, 2018). 

 National Autism Resources,  helps enrich learning environments, through the implementation of materials designed to promote specific skills and reduce undesirable behaviours. 

"The mainstays of treatment are appropriate educational placement and the provision of adequate support for parents. Children with autism generally do best in a well-structured educational setting where teachers have special experience of the condition" (Goodman & Scott, 2012).

The Family Education Centre provides families with e-learning parenting courses, tip sheets in over 6 different languages, podcasts and local workshops (Family Education Centre, 2018).

Parents, "can be taught better disciplinary methods and improved ways to relate to their children , which is accompanied by a reduction in discord and criticism. Such parenting programmes lead to marked reductions in disobedience and other antisocial behaviours and an increase in social relationship skills" (Goodman & Scott, 2012).

Talking about cancer can be uncomfortable or difficult especially with children. Mesothelioma Hope provides guidance through thoughtful tips designed for parents and caregivers. Topics including how to approach discussions surrounding treatment, diagnosis & prognosis, as well as online supports are listed and detailed.  

The Child Mind Institute is abundant in resources including this article titled, Raising Resilient Kids who are Prepared for the Future, helping parent build confidence and self-esteem through parenting (Child Mind Institute, 2020). 

"Though exposure to one or two moderate stresses or risk factors may do little harm and perhaps some good, children are far more likely to be adversely affected when they experience multiple adversities. Once children face three or four stresses or risk factors, the rate of poor outcomes goes up three to five times compared with controls, and under these circumstances the majority of children suffer from psychiatric disorders"(Goodman & Scott, 2012, p.288). 

This inspirational Ted Talk video entitled, What Nature Teaches Children, highlights the value of the outdoors and nature during childhood, promoting the perspective of using the outdoors as part of public health promotion, prevention & intervention (Tedx Talks, 2016). 

"Approach the outdoor play space as an extension of your classroom - it is a place for children to investigate, feel powerful, and build relationships" (Carter & Curtis, 2015).

This short film Journey Through Art Therapy, gives a visual depiction of how art can be used for empowerment  and self assurance.  

"When children have limited verbal and conceptual skills or have suffered emotional trauma, art therapy can help them describe what is troubling them without the need to put their feelings into words" (Kruk & Martorell, 2014).

 "Schools have an important role to play in supporting the mental health and well-being of their pupils, by developing approaches tailored to the particular needs of their pupils. 

All schools are under a statutory duty to promote the welfare of their pupils, which includes: preventing impairment of children’s health or development, and taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes" (Crown, 2018).