In this topic, you will consider the skill set needed to promote emotional and mental health. You will also reflect on best practice when it comes to offering support to children and young people.
Schools are uniquely placed to promote positive wellbeing and good mental health in children. Many mental health problems are thought to start before the age of 14 and therefore schools play a central role in early intervention. Whilst some school embed good mental health into their culture, others struggle to know how best to manage the increasing mental health needs they are identifying in their school communities.