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0800 What’s Up is run by Barnardos New Zealand. We’re a free, nationally-available counselling helpline and webchat service for children and teenagers.
They also have a range of resources to help specific challenges young people may be experiencing.
Five Ways to Wellbeing
Five Ways to Wellbeing
The Five Ways to Wellbeing, Ētahi ara e rima ki te ngākau ora, is a set of five simple actions that are proved to improve wellbeing in everyday life.
The Mental Health Foundation has a page with a good summary of the five points, but there are many more resources out there on this topic, so have a look and see what you can find.
Bounce
Bounce
Bounce has a bunch of tips, ideas and inspiration to help you live life well. It is a youth-led project developed by New Zealand Red Cross for young people and by young people.
All Right?
All Right?
All Right? supports people to become more aware of their mental health and wellbeing, and to take small and regular steps to improve it. The campaign was launched in February 2013 to support Cantabrians as the region recovers from the earthquakes. Its website is full of articles, tools, resources and tips.
Mana Ake - Supporting Your Child
Mana Ake - Supporting Your Child
Mana Ake provides support to children in Canterbury, in years 1-8 at school, promoting wellbeing and positive mental health.
We can support children at school and at home and provide advice, guidance and workshops for parents, whānau and teachers.
Via Character
Via Character
The Via Institute on Character offers a free, scientific survey to help you find your strengths. Research shows that utilising your strengths can help you to be happier, strengthen relationships, manage problems, boost confidence, reduce stress, and more.
Health Navigator
Health Navigator
This website has a great section on 'healthy living'. It includes really helpful information, advice and resources about physical activity, healthy eating, etc, as well as a specific section for young people.
Common Ground
Common Ground
This website is a great place for family and friends to learn about useful ways to support themselves and others with mental health issues. It includes a section with information and advice on common issues that young people face, like relationships, identity, peer pressure, stress, and grief.
Sparx
Sparx
Sparx is an interactive fantasy game aimed at 12-19 year olds. It aims to combat depression, anxiety, and stress in young people by teaching skills about how to cope with negative thoughts and feelings, and thinking in a more balanced and positive way.
You can access it through their website, or download it on the app store or google play.
Sparklers at Home
Sparklers at Home
Fun wellbeing activities to support whānau to look after their wellbeing and feel good.
Fun wellbeing activities to support whānau to look after their wellbeing and feel good.
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