Support for children and young people
Support for children and young people
During these difficult times, maintaining a positive wellbeing may be a challenge.
It is important that you know how to cope with stress by using positive self-talk, exercise, eating healthy, connection with their friends and finding ways to enjoy themselves.
Below are some resources available to support all children and young people with their wellbeing.
World Health Organization
The World Health Organization has developed a flyer on helping children cope with stress during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Beyond Blue
When children and young people learn to self-manage their emotions, they feel more confident, capable and in control. Helping children and young people manage their emotions is important for fostering positive mental health and wellbeing.
Student Wellbeing Hub
Provides information and resources for students to keep healthy, happy and get the most out of school.
Reach Out
A list of self-care activities that you can do from home. They’ll help you feel a little better and give you a sense of control during a very uncertain time.
Kids Helpline
Provide emotional support to children and young people
Young Minds
Tips to support young people to look after their mental health.
We have adapted resources to support secondary students to keep mentally healthy.
headspace
Provides youth mental health services for Australians aged 12-25 and information and services for friends and family to support a young person going through a tough time.
Provides information and services for young people, This factsheet is to support young people cope with COVID-19 related stress.
Information for Aboriginal young people going through a hard time.
Inclusive Education WA
An information sheet for LGBTQI community on COVID-19.
eSafety Commissioner – eSafety young people
Women’s and Children’s Health Network
Information for primary school age students on how to cope with trauma and anxiety.
Act Belong Commit
A poster for primary school students on how to have a positive sense of wellbeing.
eSafety Commissioner – eSafety Kids