Life is not always easy. There will always be stresses like exams, your love life, family and friends - that's life. If you can find ways of dealing with your stress in a positive way, then you will be helping yourself to look after your mental health.
What can children and young people do?
There are many different positive things that young people can do to help look after their own mental health. Different things will work for different people. You need to find what works for you. Looking after yourself. The following are a few suggestions of some positive ways for dealing with emotions and stress.
Being creative
Activities such as drawing, painting, photography, writing, playing an instrument, singing, acting and dancing can be good ways of expressing your feelings.
Letting out your emotions
Let people know how you feel. Talk to close friends and family members, and to your teacher. Bottling up feelings only creates more problems.
Taking time for yourself
Take time to listen to music, read a book, see a film, or have a relaxing bath. Or whatever it takes to help you think about things.
Getting out and about
Seeing friends is good for your mental health. Also, you could join a local group, or get involved in an after-school activity. You can find information about local groups from your local public library, or ask your teacher.
Getting active
Exercise is a good way of dealing with your stress, as well as being good for your physical health. It can also be a good way of meeting new people. Find out what's on offer at your local leisure centre and sign up!
There is usually a counselling service in most towns and sometimes in schools. If you do not think this type of service will suit you, you may be able to get information about other services which are available locally. There are often helpful posters in GP surgeries and health centres, also local phone books can be a useful source. If you cannot find what you are looking for on your own, ask a teacher, school nurse, mentor or the social services office
from mind,body & soul
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