Mind Yer Time
Designed by children and young people from the Children’s Parliament and the Scottish Youth Parliament, Mind Yer Time has been created to support everyone who loves social media and screen time. We’ve got positive tips, stories and information for children and young people, to help you use your screen time positively!
YoungScot: Coronavirus Advice
It’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed and scared by everything you’re hearing about coronavirus (COVID-19) right now. Find out more about what’s happening and the simple steps you can take to help prevent catching coronavirus and spreading to others. Also find out more about what you can do if you are feeling anxious and […]
Who Cares? Scotland: Coronavirus Support
Are you worried about coronavirus and need someone to talk to? Who Cares? Scotland provides support for care experienced young people. They are there to help, with a friendly voice at the end of a phone, access to advice and information, and with practical support where possible.
Tips for Social Distancing
With schools, colleges and businesses closing, we are being encouraged to practice social distancing to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. This article outlines things that can be done at home to help keep you busy and keep anxiety levels lower! Top picks include: turn off the news and reach out to people outside your social […]
Resilience Toolkit
The Resilience Toolkit offers practical guidance with the top 10 tips for promoting resilience within ourselves. Try out these tips to see how it benefits you.
Mindfulness Online Learning Course
Stressed by the pace of modern life? Mindfulness might be the answer. Research shows that when you’re not deliberately paying attention to something, your brain goes into default mode causing increased anxiety and poor communication. Mindfulness can help end this unproductive behaviour. In this online course, you’ll learn how to incorporate mindfulness practices into your […]
Mental Health Resources
Good mental wellbeing is something we should all enjoy, however there may be times when this is not the case. The Network of Wellbeing site has a list of sites that you may find useful if you feel your mental health is taking a dip.
Coronavirus & Your Wellbeing
You might be worried about coronavirus and how it could affect your life. This may include being asked to stay at home or avoid other people. This might feel difficult or stressful. But there are lots of things you can try that could help your wellbeing.
5 Ways to Wellbeing
Studies have shown that if we do the following five things listed below, happiness will increase. 1. Connect 2. Be Active 3. Keep learning 4. Help others 5. Taking notice We can all make active and deliberate choices about changing the state in which we find ourselves. We just need to begin. Follow the link […]
Youth Access: Advice & Counselling
Sometimes all you need is extra advice or support to help you through a difficult situation. Youth Access is an advice and counselling network which has offices throughout the country. Type in your postcode to find their local office near you.