Mental Health and Wellbeing in Secondary Education: A Practical Guide and Resource

Schools in England are taking the wellbeing of their pupils seriously by providing lessons on health and wellbeing and having a mental health leadership role. Mental health is more than the absence of illness and requires self-belief and resilience to cope with stress and change. Staff must equip themselves with the procedures, understanding, and confidence needed to monitor mental health, share concepts effectively, and act appropriately if issues arise. Mental Health and Wellbeing in Secondary Education provides guidance on creating a culture of wellbeing, warning signs to look out for, and overviews of how to identify and manage common mental health and wellbeing problems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2022
Publisher: Pavilion Publishing and Media Ltd

As attitudes to mental health continue to evolve, schools are taking the well-being of their students increasingly seriously. All schools in England are mandated to offer health and wellbeing lessons, and many now also have dedicated mental health leadership roles. However, mental health goes beyond the mere absence of illness; it encompasses self-belief, resilience, and the ability to cope with stress and change. To effectively impart these skills, staff members must equip themselves and their workplaces with the necessary procedures, understanding, and confidence to monitor mental health, communicate concepts effectively, and respond appropriately when issues arise.

Mental Health and Wellbeing in Secondary Education serves as a comprehensive resource for educators seeking to foster a culture of well-being within their schools. It provides guidance on creating a supportive and inclusive environment, identifying warning signs of mental health concerns, and offering overviews of common mental health and wellbeing problems. The book covers various topics, including stress management, anxiety, depression, self-harm, bullying, and eating disorders.

By equipping teachers and school staff with the knowledge and tools they need, Mental Health and Wellbeing in Secondary Education empowers them to play a vital role in promoting the mental health and well-being of their students. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in ensuring that young people receive the support they need to thrive in both their academic and personal lives.

Dimension: 246 x 189 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803880617