Mental Health Resources
As per the letter sent to all families in the Christmas posting, please find below some information on relevant or helpful sites:
Communication tips –
https://ie.reachout.com/parents/wellbeing/family-and-friends/communication/
Conversation starters –
https://youngminds.org.uk/media/1712/young-minds-conversation-starters_final-003.pdf
Moodwatchers
Shane Martin, psychologist and former teacher. Some great resources and blog posts on resilience – www.moodwatchers.com
Pieta House – a great website with resources for those who are suffering and those trying to help
Samaritans – tips on listening – SHUSH technique
https://www.samaritans.org/media-centre/big-listen/shush-listening-tips
Please note:
We will always recommend a GP visit where we hear about self-harm, and we will always pass on any information we receive about thoughts of suicide.