Wellbeing

Teacher and author Andy Sammons discusses the importance of looking after your mental health if you are a middle leader.

Digital media is part of every student's life, but how much do they know about the technology behind it? Sue Wheeler is a former teacher, now specialising in safeguarding. Here, she outlines the psychology behind the devices.

Phil Bridges is a Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor and journalist. Here he discusses how you can recognise and help to address mental health issues in your students.

Tracy Godfroy is a child psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. She advises teachers on how to support young people who are experiencing mental health problems as a result of traumatic experiences and offers her classroom communication tips.

Teacher and author Andy Sammons (@andy_samm) discusses the mental health of young people.

Val Payne has over 30 years’ experience in education and social care and Peter Harper is a former NHS consultant clinical psychologist. They are the authors of '50 Ways to Feel Happy' and volunteer for Action for Happiness. They explain why it is important to teach emotional wellbeing skills, and share a range of strategies.