Wellbeing

WELLBEING AND MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE

This is a challenging time for children, parents and families. The uncertainty and loss of routine can be a cause of worry, anxiety and uncertainty. During this period we must be conscious of the effects it may have on our wellbeing and mental health. Look below to find resources, activities and strategies to encourage positive Mental Health for you and your children.

Information Regarding Support Lines Domestic Abuse

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ADVICE FOR PARENTS

Talk to your Child

Pschycological resources.

Talking to children about Coronovirus.

Ydych plentyn yn cael ei fwlio?

Is your child being bullied?

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AREA 43 COUNSELLING SERVICE

During the time that Carmarthenshire schools are closed, Area 43’s schools counsellors will be offering counselling remotely, via Zoom, an online platform using text, audio or video link or over the phone.

To access counselling support, please complete the self-referral (for children/young people from year 5 and older in Carmarthenshire) and a counsellor will contact you directly.

Referrals

Activities for children

Type ‘Cosmic Kids Zen Den’ in your browser. You will find many videos to follow on ‘You Tube.’

KEEP HEALTHY WITH JOE WICKS

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Yoga- to wake up your energy.

The following activity is a short and simple way to energise your body and help the energy flow efficiently. It can be used as a stand-alone activity or as a wake-up before a yoga session. It takes 5 minutes and can be done every day.

Y 4 taps.

Place your thumb and your first two fingers in the shape of a beak or make soft fists with your hands.

Tap or drum your fingers/hands on the 4 points mentioned below. Be gentle. If these joints become sore use a softer technique or massage the points lightly. As you are tapping/ drumming or massaging breath deeply through your nose and out through your mouth.

1: Pwynt Aren 27 – (Kidneys)

Tap here to boost your energy.

2: Pwynt y Thymws – 

Tap here to boost your immune system.

3: Pwynt y Dueg (spleen) –

Tap here to boos digestion of both food and experiences.

4: Pwynt y Stumog – Stomach.

Tap here to root your energy.

CROSSING ENERGY:The movement below co-ordinates movement between the left and right side of the brain. It also boosts your energy levels.

Walk on the spot. Connect your right hand to your right knee as your knee lifts and connect your left hand to your left knee. After 10-12 of these, rub your hands together them shake them out.

Now repeat the activity by crossing the hands to the opposite knee 10-12 times. Repeat.

If it feels challenging, keep practising until the activity becomes easier.

If you can’t manage this activity try it sitting, or visualise it. Visualisation can also be a strong tool.

Childline – Calm Zone

Have Some Fun

 G0 into the garden!

 30 play ideas.

USEFUL LINKS

Yourmind matters

https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/

Action for happiness

https://www.actionforhappiness.org/10-keys-to-happier-living

https://www.actionforhappiness.org/calendars

HWB – onlinesafety zone

Childs Commissioner for Wales

https://www.childcomwales.org.uk/coronavirus/

Kidscpe

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtW1pinZx1FPRijJ5h88qJfhfFmYlnNbI

Gwefanau sy’n cynnwys gwybodaeth a chyngor ar nifer o faterion Iechyd Meddwl ac Emosiynol / Websites that include information and guidance in relation to a number of Mental & Emotional Health matters

Charlie Waller Memorial

Free practical mental health resources | Charlie Waller Trust

Anna Freud

Resources | Anna Freud

Mentally Healthy Schools

Home : Mentally Healthy Schools

School Beat

SchoolBeat.cymru

Childline

Childline | Childline

Samariaid / Samaritans

Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen

Meic

Home – Home – Meic (meiccymru.org)

Action for Children

Action For Children | Children’s charity | For safe and happy childhoods

Meddwl.org (Harddegwyr ac oedolion)

meddwl.org – Mae gan bawb iechyd meddwl

Mind

Donate – Mind

Young Minds

YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People | YoungMinds

Gwefanau Penodol/Specific Websites

Ymlacio/Relaxing

New Horizons Guided Mediation / Mindfulness

New Horizon – Meditation & Sleep Stories – YouTube

Cwsg / Sleep

Sleep : Mentally Healthy Schools

Gwrth-fwlio / Anti-Bullying

Anti-Bullying Alliance

Help With Bullying (kidscape.org.uk)

StopBullying.gov

Profedigaeth / Bereavement

Bereavement support for children and families | Winston’s Wish (winstonswish.org)

Get support – Cruse Bereavement Support

Grief & Loss | Parents Guide To Support | YoungMinds

Home SUPPORTING BEREAVED CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE – Grief Encounter

E-Ddiogelwch/E-Safety:

CEOP Safety Centre

4-7s | CEOP Education

8-10s | CEOP Education

Gwefannau defnyddiol i Rhieni / Gwarchodwyr/Useful websites and resources for Parents / Carers and Families:

Free practical mental health resources | Charlie Waller Trust

Mental Health And Wellbeing | Anna Freud

Parents and carers | CEOP Education   (How to protect your child online)

Supporting a child or young person with mental health needs – NHS

Action For Children | Children’s charity | For safe and happy childhoods

Apiau Hunan-Ofal i ddisgyblion/Self-care apps for children

Home – Clear Fear App

Chill Panda – Reducing anxiety and improving well being in Children through a fun gaming app

Meditation For Kids – Headspace

Fideo’s amineiddio defnyddiol ar Iechyd Meddwl/Useful Animation videos in relation to Mental & Emotional Health /

Talking Mental Health: Talking Mental Health

We all have Mental Health: We All Have Mental Health

Five Ways to Well-being / Y 5 Ffordd at les:

Five ways to well-being – Hywel Dda University Health Board

The Five Ways to Wellbeing – boosting mental wellbeing

The 5 points to wellbeing by Rocco