Tried & tested strategies to boost mental health
For advice on building secondary students’ resilience and supporting good mental health, look no further than this eight-part CPD series
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Inside your download
“I found myself completely burnt out”
There’s never enough time in teaching – until you slow down, says Jamie Thom
Why you mustn’t forget yourself
Teachers become used to putting others first, says Debra Kidd – but sometimes, everyone loses out as a consequence
How to build your pupils’ resilience
While schools wait for the funding they need to tackle mental health issues, many are discovering untapped resources – including the students themselves – says Jenny Hulme
Does social media use affect students’ wellbeing?
Emily Frith examines whether there is a link between the amount of time young people spend online and their risk of developing poor mental health
How to support self-harming students
Self-harm is often a sign that young people are struggling with an even deeper pain, says Sal McKeown – so what can schools do to help?
“The honeymoon days are long gone”
All successful relationships take work – but when you’re married to the job, things can get a little one-sided, warns Victoria Hewett
“We’re working to protect students’ mental health”
Kate Davies explains how Darton College is successfully addressing stress, anxiety and self-harm
Why tackling gender roles can increase student happiness
Discussing gender with young people will help promote healthy attitudes towards themselves and others, says Natalie Bennett
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