Children and Young People's Resources

NEW Resource!

Positive Pete

In collaboration with Penumbra and a group of young people the National Programme has created a profile page on Bebo where young people can chat and share information. The aim of the forum is to raise awareness of positive mental health and wellbeing, and help to create a young people’s ‘mental health movement’. It is targeted at young people aged between 13-18 years old. To find out more about the project visit Positive Pete's page on WellScotland.

Visit the forum at http://positive-twist.bebo.com

Information and resources

Talking2Ourselves

The Young Person's Research Group consists of twenty young people drawn from all over Scotland. They identified a gap in online information for 12-14year-olds while at a conference hosted by HeadsUpScotland. With support from workers at Penumbra and the Scottish Development Centre for Mental Health, they've worked to produce a site giving information and advice from a young person's point of view. In the process, they've learned loads about mental health issues, online journalism and website production.

Visit the Talking2Ourselves website at www.talking2ourselves.com

In Ma Heid, Oot Ma Heid

In Ma Heid, Oot Ma heid was a one day conference held in November 2006 which aimed to get young people talking about mental health issues with the findings feeding into the HeadsUpScotland Conference on the 12th December 2006. In this report is some of the feedback from that day:

Just like me...

Produced by 'see me' this website uses animation and cartoon-style illustrations to help children and young people learn about the effects of Stigma:
'Stigma' literally means 'a sign of disgrace'. The stigma and prejudice that surrounds mental health problems create major barriers to recovery for people who are ill.
morestigma and how to tackle it. In addition, the site gives information on mental health problems, how to help others and further sources of help and advice.

Visit the Just Like Me website at www.justlikeme.org.uk

'see me' also produces free leaflets and posters to support the Just Like Me campaign. To request copies, visit the 'see me' website's online order form.

Depression in Teenagers

The National Programme has helped to fund the publication of this popular website and CDROM. Aimed at teenagers, a number of activities help young people spot the signs and symptoms of
Depression:
Not just a "bad mood", depression is all-pervasive, goes on for more than a few days and affects the day-to-day life of a person. Depression is the most common mental illness and is experienced by around one in six of the population at some time. Symptoms can include…
moredepression, give self-help tips, advice on helping friends, and suggestions of where to go for further information, advice and support. Developed by the Young People's Unit at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital.

Visit the Depression in Teenagers website at www.depressioninteenagers.co.uk

To request a copy of the CDROM version, email cathy.richards@lpct.scot.nhs.uk

Stress and Anxiety in Teenagers

Developed by the same team as Depression in Teenagers, this website and CDROM exploring stress was launched in March 2006. The website and CDROM are aimed at helping teenagers to identify the signs and symptoms of Stress:
To have some pressure in our lives is normal and, indeed, unavoidable! Stress is the name given to what happens when pressure becomes excessive and exceeds the individual's ability to cope. Stress damages physical and mental health and can be a trigger for…
morestress and Anxiety:
Anxiety is a common problem experienced by around one in ten of the population. It has many symptoms and different people experience…
moreAnxiety and to take practical steps to deal with them.

Visit the Stress and Anxiety in Teenagers website at www.stressandanxietyinteenagers.co.uk

To request a copy of the CDROM version, email cathy.richards@lpct.scot.nhs.uk

One in Four Music CD

Featuring tracks from the likes of Snow Patrol, Belle and Sebastian and Mogwai, this great compilation album comes with a handy booklet of mental heath information and contacts. The One in Four project is run by the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH) and is supported by the National Programme. One in four of us will experience a problem with our mental health and so this project uses live music and links with popular bands to get mental health messages across to young people.

Contact the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH) to request copies of the CD.

Health Scotland leaflets, booklets and posters

Health Scotland publishes a range of colourful booklets and leaflets for children and young people on mental health issues. Download PDF versions by clicking the links below or to request copies contact Health Scotland.

For 8-12's:

R U Worried?
Advice and information on coping with worry.

R U Sad?
Advice and information on feeling low.

R U Friends?
Advice on making, keeping and helping friends.

Parental Break-ups
Advice for children whose parents are separating.

When Someone Dies
This leaflet, which deals with issues around bereavement, is only to be used with one-to-one support of children experiencing loss. Available on request from Health Scotland.

R U OK? Series Support Guide
Information for parents, carers, teachers and workers on how and when to use the R U OK? leaflets plus useful contacts.

For 12-16's:

Cool Heads, Stress Central
This pocket-sized booklet covers a broad range of mental and health and wellbeing issues, advice and contacts.

For 16-18's:

Head Kit
Pocket-sized booklet covering a broad range of mental and health and wellbeing issues, advice and contacts.

Head Kit Poster

For Young Men:

21st Century MANual
Magazine-style booklet covering issues around mental and physical wellbeing, from diet to controlling anger.

General

Talking About Self-Harm

This booklet is for people who self-harm, families, friends, and for people who would like to know more about it. It covers basic information about self-harm and suggests some sources of further help including references to reading material, useful websites and to organisations.