Bullet Journal
18/05/2021
Loggs, blogs and vlogs....all on trend terms used by the teenage population.
Happiness
17/05/2021
Peter Vermeulen recorded a podcast with the Centre last summer, and in this short clip he stresses the importance of promoting happiness.
Sleep social narrative
16/05/2021
Sleep is an important part of mental health and wellbeing. This social narrative clearly explains the importance of sleep, and would be particularly suitable for a younger child.
Be Kind to Yourself
15/05/2021
This resource encourages young people to think about ways in which they can be kind to themselves in order to foster a sense of mental wellbeing.
Visual supports for emotional awareness
14/05/2021
Mental wellbeing is dependent upon the ability to recognise emotions and then to access appropriate strategies.
Fear Ladder part 2
13/05/2021
Yesterday, the Centre shared information on Fear Ladders, and today Edel Quinn explains this approach in more detail and provides more visual examples.
Fear Ladder
12/05/2021
Overcoming fears and phobias will reduce anxiety, and then contribute to an overall sense of improved wellbeing.
Our Self-Care Battery
11/05/2021
Teaching children and young people to manage their own mental wellbeing is an important life skill, which fosters independence and autonomy.
Mindfulness colouring
10/05/2021
Colouring has become increasing popular as a calming activity for all ages, often supporting a sense of mental wellbeing.
Research Bulletin 3: Managing Anxiety in the Classroom
07/05/2021
The Centre’s 3rd Research Bulletin is on the topic of ‘Managing Anxiety in the Classroom’, and includes an interview with Ruth Fidler.
Square Breathing
05/05/2021
In this clip from Benda Myle’s webinar, recorded for the Centre last year, the concept of square breathing is explained.
New Topic: Mental Wellbeing
04/05/2021
The Centre’s theme on social media for the month of May will be Mental Wellbeing.
Worry jar
09/04/2021
As children and young people prepare for the return to school next week, many will be feeling anxious.
Throwback Thursday: Jed Baker on Fight/Flight/Freeze
08/04/2021
It’s Throwback Thursday, and the Centre is sharing a clip from an interview with Jed Baker, recorded at the 2017 Conference.
Drama Therapy Podcast- week 2
02/02/2021
The Centre’s team hope that you enjoyed the Drama Therapy podcast on Friday and that the activities were helpful in supporting emotional regulation.
Drama Podcast- Week 1
29/01/2021
The first episode in the Centre’s Drama Therapy podcast series is here!
Music Videos: Week 1
22/01/2021
The Centre is delighted to launch the first music videos by Karen Diamond in the 4-week series.
Drama Therapy and Music Sessions
18/01/2021
The Centre’s team is very excited about the Drama Therapy and music sessions, and hope you are too!