1. YoungMinds advice on wellbeing when self-isolating - Young mental health activists have compiled a first-hand advice piece on looking after your mental health while self-isolating.

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/looking-after-your-mental-health-while-self-isolating/

2. BBC Newsround - Has information on the illness itself, and a range of stories connected to its impact for children and young people.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51887051/ (Tips for if you're worried about the coronavirus)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51656718/ (How to cope when you can’t go to school because of the coronavirus)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51911025/ (advice on how to manage worries around covid-19)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51204456 (Coronavirus: What is being done to tackle the virus?)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51958714 (positive stories to emerge from corona virus)

3. Rethink Mental illness online hub - A variety of resources for support for the self and others:

https://www.rethink.org/advice-and-information/covid-19-support/

4. Mencap - Easy Read guide to Coronavirus:

https://www.mencap.org.uk/sites/default/files/2020-03/Information%20about%20Coronavirus%20ER%20SS2.pdf?dm_i=43MR,SZ24,5QMZYG,3HKE3,1

5. Student Minds Advice and support:

https://www.studentminds.org.uk/coronavirus

6. CWP Mymind website – various resources & useful information on coronavirus & mental health/ wellbeing

https://www.mymind.org.uk/coping/coping-with-covid-19-coronavirus/

7. Anna Freud self-care:

https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/self-care/

8. Place2Be - Helpful information to answer children questions about coronavirus:

https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/2020/march/coronavirus-information-for-children/

9. Mind - Coronavirus and your wellbeing:

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/

10. Childline - Worries about the world:

https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/your-feelings/anxiety-stress-panic/worries-about-the-world/#coronavirus

11. Childline Toolbox & calm zone - Take your mind off things with games, advice from our videos or find new ways to handle your emotions:

https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/

https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/calm-zone/

12. Priory Group - Understanding anxiety illustration:

https://www.priorygroup.com/media/594863/understanding-childhood-anxiety-v1.jpg

13. NPR - Coronavirus comic strip:

https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring-the-new-coronavirus/

1. Helpful tips on managing OCD symptoms and dealing with handwashing during outbreak from OCD-UK (aimed at adults but also suitable for teenagers):

https://www.ocduk.org/ocd-andcoronavirus-survival-tips/

https://www.ocduk.org/ocd-and-coronavirus-top-tips/

1. The international OCD foundation has published advice for parents of youth with OCD:

https://iocdf.org/covid19/talking-to-kidsabout-covid-19/

1. Additude has published some advice for parents of children with ADHD:

https://www.additudemag.com/explaincoronavirus-covid-19-anxiety-adhd-child/

1. National Autistic Society – Covid-19 guidance and helpline for parents, young people and staff
   Here

https://www.autism.org.uk/services/nas-schools/vanguard/news/2020/march/coronavirus-(covid-19)-advice.aspx?dm_i=43MR,SZ24,5QMZYG,3HKE2,1

https://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/coronavirus.aspx

1. Anna Kennedy Online has provided some advice for parents of children with ASC:

https://www.annakennedyonline.com/autism-and-coronavirus-advice-for-parentsby-rosie-weldon/

1. Advice for reducing the impact of routine disruption for those with ASC:

https://themighty.com/2020/03/covid-19-autism-routine-disruption/

1. Social story about COVID-19:

https://theautismeducator.ie/wpcontent/uploads/2020/03/The-Corona-Virus-Free-Printable-.pdf

1.  Practical AAC communication resources - A variety of learning resource tips for those with communication needs, and resources for explaining coronavirus to those with severe communication needs

https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/praactical-resources-dealing-with-the-covid-19-pandemic/

https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/praactical-resources-online-aac-support-for-families-during-school-closures/

1. AFIRM Autism Focused Intervention Resources & Modules:

https://afirm.fpg.unc.edu/supporting-individuals-autism-through-uncertain-times/

1. Brain in hand – personal technology for independent living, Suitable for people with a range of neurodiverse and mental health difficulties, Brain in Hand improves confidence, enables people to cope with anxiety, and increases independence.

https://braininhand.co.uk/

1. British Psychological society

https://www.bps.org.uk/news-and-policy/bps-highlights-importance-talking-children-about-coronavirus

https://www.bps.org.uk/responding-coronavirus/ (tips talking to children about COVID-19 concerns)

 

1. Carers UK guide - Carers and young carers will face extra challenges during isolation periods, so Carers UK have prepared a guide.

https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/health/looking-after-your-health/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-mental-wellbeing

 

1. Place2Be – Guide to helping parents answer questions from their children and to support family wellbeing Here

https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/2020/march/coronavirus-information-for-children/?dm_i=43MR,SZ24,5QMZYG,3HKE4,1

 

1. The Great Indoors - Scouts UK have compiled a list of activities and instructions on indoor activity for children

https://www.scouts.org.uk/the-great-indoors/

 

1. The Association for Child & Adolescent Mental Health - Coronavirus and helping children with autism

https://www.acamh.org/podcasts/cornavirus-autism-a-parents-guide/

 

1. Supporting Children during Social Distancing – information provided by Liverpool CAMHS & Liverpool Learning Partnership

https://wakelet.com/wake/564d7bc8-4bc9-462f-a9e1-2deb03150c3f

 

1. Coronavirus & your mental wellbeing – information from Scottish Association for Mental Health

https://www.samh.org.uk/about-mental-health/self-help-and-wellbeing/coronavirus-and-your-mental-wellbeing

 

1. Unicef - How To Talk To Children About Coronavirus

https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19

https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-teachers-can-talk-children-about-coronavirus-disease-covid-19

 

1. NHS tips and advice how to talk to your child about their Covid-19 anxieties:

https://www.flourishingfamiliesclinic.nhs.uk/parents/

 

1. The National Association of School Psychologists:

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/covid-19-resource-center/

 

1. Wandering minds of a Psychologist:

https://wanderingmindofapsychologist.com/2020/03/11/covid-19-psychological-survival/

 

1. BBC Radio 4’s Women’s Hour covered a discussion about how to talk to children about COVID-19:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p085rjkm

 

1. This Vimeo provides tips and advice about how to talk to your child about natural disasters and news events:

https://vimeo.com/394049129

 

1. YoungMinds - Talking to your child about the coronavirus:

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/talking-to-your-child-about-coronavirus/

 

1.  Dr. Ehrenreich-May is a child psychologist who has produced Vimeos:

https://vimeo.com/398065042 (three tips for talking to your child about COVID-19)

https://vimeo.com/398401539 (dealing with strong emotions when self-isolating with children)

 

1. The Child’s Mind Institute has published a video providing advice on talking to children about COVID-19:

https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/

 

1. Anna Freud Centre - Supporting parents and carers video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnANLAcpRZ4

 

1. 10 Ways To Handle Coronavirus Stress In Front of Kids:

https://www.babygaga.com/coronavirus-stress-parenting-tips/

 

1. FACE COVID – Russ Harris The Happiness Trap:

https://www.baps.org.uk/content/uploads/2020/03/FACE-COVID-by-Russ-Harris-pdf-pdf.pdf

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmvNCdpHUYM

 

1. Let’s Talk About CBT:

http://letstalkaboutcbt.libsyn.com/coping-with-anxiety-about-coronavirus/

 

1. Psychology Tools:

https://www.psychologytools.com/articles/free-guide-to-living-with-worry-and-anxiety-amidst-global-uncertainty/

1. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy

https://www.bacp.co.uk/news/news-from-bacp/coronavirus/coronavirus-advice-for-the-public/

 https://www.bacp.co.uk/news/news-from-bacp/2020/28-february-coronavirus-anxiety-how-to-cope-if-you-re-feeling-anxious-about-the-outbreak/?dm_i=43MR,SZ24,5QMZYG,3HKDZ,1

 

2. Centre for Mental Health collection - Centre for Mental Health have compiled resource and links on various aspects of coronavirus affecting us

https://www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/coronavirus-update

 

3. MIND – covering Practical advice for staying at home, Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing, Support for work, benefits and housing & Checklist for staying at home

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/?dm_i=43MR,SZ24,5QMZYG,3HKEA,1

 

4. World Health Organisation - Mental Health Considerations during COVID-19 Outbreak

https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/mental-health-considerations.pdf?sfvrsn=6d3578af_2

 

5. Anxiety UK - Health And Other Forms Of Anxiety And Coronavirus

https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/blog/health-and-other-forms-of-anxiety-and-coronavirus/ 

https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/blog/covid-19-and-anxiety-part2/

 

6. British Dietetic Association (BDA) - provides some guidance on questions related to nutrition and dietary issues during the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic.

https://www.bda.uk.com/resource/covid-19-corona-virus-advice-for-the-general-public.html

 

7. Free confidential support line open 24 hours for any staff working in education: 08000 562 561

https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/helping-you

8. Royal College of Occupational Therapists

https://www.rcot.co.uk/staying-well-when-social-distancing

 

9. Anna Freud Centre:

https://www.annafreud.org/media/11160/supporting-schools-and-colleges.pdf (Supporting schools and colleges booklet)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjSh5SYWFqM (Supporting schools video)

 

10. Education Support – wellbeing support for education staff:

https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/helping-you/

 

11. Government Guidance for the public on the mental health and wellbeing aspects of coronavirus (COVID-19)

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-the-public-on-mental-health-and-wellbeing/guidance-for-the-public-on-the-mental-health-and-wellbeing-aspects-of-coronavirus-covid-19