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FLORIDA: A MODEL FOR SUCCESSFUL CHANGE Mental Health and the Protection of Children Helping children in crisis and reducing youth suicide are two areas of concern that everyone agrees must be addressed. Unfortunately, the solutions of the past have not worked. But something has worked, guaranteeing a parent’s right to direct the mental health of their children and the removal of the mental health agenda-based education system from schools. Want to help make a change? Just Click. https://lnkd.in/gj7b2pUQ

Here are this weeks’ top sector stories 📰 To stay up to date with all the latest education news, sign up to our weekly news briefing: key.sc/newssignup 📋 Ofsted single-phrase judgements scrapped with immediate effect, ahead of a switch to new report cards next September 💷 Spending on mental health support teams (MHSTs) in schools saves more money than it costs within 2 years 📊 Number of suspensions and exclusions up by a 5th in the past year, according to analysis of live attendance data

On the news this morning, discussions around preventative mental health measures in schools. Obviously my little ears pricked up! Labour plans to do this by ensuring there is a specialist support worker in every school. I'm interested in how this looks and works with current measures: for instance having an MHST embedded in their school. If a school has an MHST does that mean they won't get this provision? We have an excellent MHST but like all mental health services, they are over stretched, have waiting lists and are oversubscribed. Wondering if the DfE will further support and fund in-school specialists and empower schools to fund more specialist SEMH staff to offer immediate access to preventative support? Great it's being talked about, I wonder how in reality it'll be rolled out...... #mentalhealthinschools #mentalhealth #education

So important for neonatal staff to be aware of this resource. Neonatal parents may struggle with how they feel about their baby. These 3 important questions can make all the difference to open up a conversation and help support parent-infant relationships on the neonatal unit. What 3 words or phrases would you use to describe your relationship with your baby? What brings you the most joy in the relationship with your baby? What is your biggest fear about your relationship with your baby? Start the conversation. #parentinfantrelationships #neonatalpsychology #parenting #neonatal

With the General Election round the corner, let’s remember it's not just about policies; it's about prioritising what matters most to our young people: a seismic cultural shift in mental health care. So, what are young people fighting for: 1️⃣ A Comprehensive Mental Health Pathway: Young people are calling for a solid commitment to an investment that ensures a supportive, seamless mental health pathway for those aged 0-25. A pathway that acknowledges the unique challenges faced from childhood through young adulthood. 2️⃣ Whole Education Approaches: They demand that mental health awareness and support are embedded within the entire educational journey. It's a call to weave mental health into the curriculum, culture, and ethos of every educational setting, recognising the profound impact of education on mental well-being. 3️⃣ Early Support Hubs: The rollout of early support hubs is crucial. Young people are advocating for spaces where they can find early, accessible, and non-judgmental support, a proactive step towards preventing mental health issues from escalating. 4️⃣ Reform of the Mental Health Act: It's a call for a reform that mirrors the current needs and rights of young people. A reform that ensures every young person's interaction with the mental health system is handled with dignity, respect, and a genuine path to recovery. The General Election presents a key opportunity to align political agendas with what young people truly care about. This is a reminder that we should always be placing their voices at the center of any mental health reforms! #YouthVoices #MentalHealthMatters #GeneralElection #FutureFocused #YouthMentalHealthReform #UKGov #MentalHealth https://lnkd.in/eDCQcFdK.

70.2% of school-aged children have reported a deterioration in at least one health domain over the past five years. The way we support our children through these challenges is crucial to shaping their resilience. While 1 in 5 children may suffer from mental illness, it's important to remember that 5 in 5 children have mental health. Studies show that mindfulness and self-regulation are key to building resilience and protecting mental health over time. Nurse Practitioner Amra presents on the importance of managing mental health before reaching a crisis point and shares seven essential skills to build mental resilience in children and youth. Access this recorded webinar and learn what you can do during the summer months to support your child before they return to school. https://hubs.li/Q02GDvXT0 #MentalHealth #Resilience #ParentingSupport #SelfRegulation #ProactiveHealthcare #Prevention

How can our education systems stay abreast of changing mental health needs in schools? Discover how schools and school authorities in Alberta are implementing initiatives to improve their multi-tiered systems of support: https://ow.ly/CaSX50T5cPY

Today is National Child Exploitation (CE) Awareness Day. In this regard, I had the opportunity to attend a training session on CE with key speakers from Catch 22/County Lines, NHS, Merseyside Police etc. Child exploitation has a massive impact on individuals mental health, education and attachment/relationships amongst others . It might also escalate existing mental health issues or ACEs which leads to unhealthy coping strategies. Hence, it is important to adopt a collaborative approach in working with children and young people in understanding signs of exploitation for early intervention. #childexploitation #childrensmentalhealth #childdevelopment #childhoodeducation

Nurturing the Seed (NTS) helps service providers create tailored Developmental Support Plans (DSPs) for Indigenous children, promoting mental health in a culturally meaningful way. To learn more about NTS, and the work we're doing to build capacity, click the link below: https://lnkd.in/dwiJVMR4

Creating the Conditions for Positive Mental Health for Children, Young People and the Professionals that work with them, the APA Way is not just through the effective support of APA Qualified Accredited Members. APA have developed multiple layers of support that creates an ecosystem that supports Sustainable Positive Mental Health. * APA's Framework for Positive Mental Health - Children's Social Care * APA's National Youth Innovation Network * APA's Elevated Service Programme (Hospitality) * Exploitative Criminal Abuse Response * The Rampage Collection * Steps To Success Programme And Launching later this Month * APA's Collaborative Parental Support. APA acknowledges that supporting Children and Young People is about more than these factors, we have therefore also developed support in other areas including Education and Crime Reduction. With multiple links across the ecosystem, APA is proactively supporting an atmosphere of Awareness, Resilience, and Empowerment that puts Positive Mental Health at the core of well being space. #theapaway supporting those that support those in need. Children's Commissioner for England Social Work England Children in Scotland The Children's Society Fatima Whitbread