为儿童和青少年提供返校后的心理健康支持
随着布里斯托、诺萨默特和南格洛斯特郡的儿童和年轻人在暑假后返回学校或大学，当地的NHS领导者鼓励他们照顾自己的心理健康，并在担忧变得难以承受时及早寻求帮助。.
A new term can bring worries about routines, friendships, schoolwork, exams or moving to a new setting. Feeling anxious at times is normal, but children and young people should speak to someone they trust if worries persist or affect everyday life.
Getting back into regular sleep and mealtime routines, preparing the night before and talking openly about concerns can make the transition easier. Parents and carers can help by listening and agreeing a plan with their child and school.
2023年NHS调查数据 found that around one in five children and young people aged 8 to 25 had a probable mental disorder, highlighting the importance of early support.
Dr Geeta Iyer, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board, said:
“Returning to school or college after the summer can feel like a big change, and worries about routines, friendships or schoolwork are understandable.
“Simple steps such as rebuilding routines, preparing ahead and talking to someone you trust can help. If worries persist or affect everyday life, please ask for help early through your school or local services.”
A range of free and confidential support is available across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, with options for children and young people of different ages as well as parents and carers.
Local services for children and young people:
Kooth
Free, safe and anonymous online support for 10 to 18-year-olds, including counselling, professional messaging, peer support and self-help resources. No referral is needed; visit the 库特网站.
幕后花絮
Free wellbeing and mental health support for young people aged 11 to 25 in Bristol and South Gloucestershire, and 11 to 18 in North Somerset, including groups, one-to-one therapies and work in schools and colleges. Visit the Off The Record website.
学校心理健康支持团队
Teams in education settings support children and young people aged 5 to 17 with issues such as anxiety, low mood and exam stress. Speak to the school mental health lead or school health nurse, or find out more on the AWP网站.
Find out more about local mental health support services