PSHE - Physical and Mental Health

Physical and Mental Health

As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "The first wealth is health" and supporting you in looking after yours is essential. Look below for a wealth of resources aimed at supporting you in taking the best steps forward in becoming 'wealthier' every single day both in body and mind.

Puberty and Period Resources from Brook

Periods – BrookPeriods. When will they start? Will they hurt? Will there be lots of blood? Most people have lots of questions about periods and we hope to answer some of them.

Period products – BrookThere are lots of different options for collecting period blood, with different pros and cons. Find out about the various methods of managing your period to see which sounds right for you.

Keeping clean – BrookPuberty causes all kinds of changes in your body and you may need to change the way you keep yourself clean and take care of your body.

Other Useful Resources

What about exam stress?

Sam Edom, from Mind's digital team, blogs about the best tips you've sent in for coping with exam time.

Taking care of yourself

We all suffer from time to time so why not try one of the suggestions below, you’ll be surprised how little changes can make a big difference.

More support in Kent

Kent Youth Health has lots of useful information and resources on feelings, sex, health and relationships for teenagers in Kent.

Mood Spark

Moodspark is a place from Headstart Kent where young people aged 10-16 can learn how to look after their emotional and mental health and find ways to help them bounce back when life gets tough.

This Girl Can

'This Girl Can', funded by The National Lottery, believes that there’s no “right” way to get active. Browse their exhaustive listings opposite to find opportunities to get active your way in the local area, from boxing, to ballet, to boules!

CoppaFeel!

This charity aims to encourage young women to gain the knowledge and tools they need to get to know their bodies. This page helps young women understand how to check their chest.

Mindspark have put together a list of playlists, including podcasts, sounds and songs that will help you sleep, why not try it out tonight? Click the image above to explore further!

Spotlight on Sleep - Are you getting enough?

A minimum of 8 to 10 hours' good sleep on school nights is recommended for young people under 18.

If possible, do not have a mobile, tablet, TV or computer in your bedroom at night, as the light from the screen interferes with sleep
Regular exercise helps you sleep more soundly, as well as improving your general health. Aim for at least 60 minutes' exercise every day, including aerobic activities such as fast walking and running.
Cut out or drink less caffeine – found in drinks such as cola, tea and coffee.
Aim for a regular bedtime routine. Doing the same things in the same order an hour or so before bed can help you drift off to sleep.
Try not sleep in for hours at weekends. Late nights and long lie-ins can disrupt our sleep cycle

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