Grangemouth High School's Lighthouse. Providing a calm, nurturing and welcoming environment for our young people.
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ALT Spring is here! Sunsets after 6pm for the next 7 months, the world is more colourful, more motivation to get outside, energy and space for creativity, new beginnings, more bird song and wildlife, energy for spring cleaning and simplifying life
ALT Graphic with text: Five proven ways to boost your mood. Spend time in nature. Eat healthily. Do something you're good at. Move your body. Try something new.
ALT Graphic showing the front cover of a guide titles 'The truth about self-harm. For young people and their friends and families'.
ALT What is self-harm? Self-harm typically refers to behaviours that lead to bodily harm as a result of overwhelming feelings or difficult emotions. Self-harm can take many forms, such as: ● Cutting ● Burning ● Punching walls ● Hitting yourself Self-harm usually starts because of a build-up of difficult or distressing feelings. Temporary relief is followed by guilt or shame, and come become a cycle.
ALT Why do people self-harm? There isn’t one single reason why people self-harm. Some young people feel more of an urge to self-harm when they’re angry, while others turn to self-harm when they’re worried or depressed. It can be because of difficulties at home, bullying, or big life changes. It could be for countless other reasons, or there may be no obvious reason. Self-harm is not a cry for attention. Self-harm is not a suicide attempt. In fact some people describe it as a way of coping.
ALT Talking about self-harm Talking to someone is the first step to breaking the self-harm cycle. It might not be easy, but can be a huge relief. Follow these steps to make the conversation easier: -Set aside time to talk. You can set the pace and decide how much to tell. -Let them know how you're feeling and that you need their support -Concentrate on the thoughts and emotions behind your feelings, rather than the actions. You don't need to give details of how you harmed yourself or talk about things that make you uncomfortable.
ALT Title reads 'How you can help' with an illustrated flower to the left of this. Text below reads 'If you don’t know them well: Consider approaching their line manager or HR directly with your concerns. Let them know you're there if they ever want to chat about anything non-work related. Demonstrate you’re a friendly, approachable and trustworthy person.'
ALT Title reads 'How you can help' with an illustrated purple hand holding a shining star up to the right of this title. Text below in bullet points reads 'If you feel comfortable to chat with them: Learn about the different types of eating disorders so you’re informed. Try to avoid talking to them just before or after a mealtime. When sharing your concerns, and try not to centre the conversation around food or weight as this can make them feel like they are being watched. Be as supportive as possible, reassure them that you’re there for them and let them know that you want to help them.'
ALT Title reads 'How to make a difference'. Text below reads 'Whether you’re a co-worker, line manager, or director, you can help to make your workplace a safer space for those to open up and receive help for their eating disorders by:' Orange title reads 'Update'. Bullet-point text below reads 'Your Mental Health policy. Mental Health First Aiders. Your own knowledge about eating disorders, including what to look out for and different types. Easily accessible resources and information - you can order our leaflets for FREE!'
ALT Title reads 'How to make a difference'. Orange title below reads 'Avoid'. Bullet point list reads ‘Comments about diets, exercise or calories. Negative remarks towards your own or other’s food, bodies, weight or appearance.’ Another orange title reads ‘Encourage’. Bullet point list reads ‘Social activities that don’t centre around food or exercise. Raising awareness of mental health and wellbeing in the office. Register your interest in our workplace training package!’
ALT Graphic with text: Tips for talking to someone about their mental health: Minimise distractions - Choose a place where people won’t interrupt. Make time - Make sure you have time to talk and don’t need to rush. Actively listen - E.g. use small gestures like nods to show you’re listening. Ask, don’t tell - Ask how you can help, rather than telling them what to do.
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ALT Graphic with text: Grief Awareness Week 2-8 December
ALT Graphic with text: There's no time limit. For some, feelings of grief will become easier to cope with over time. For others, they may persist. They may come in waves, or be triggered by life events or times of the year. There's no set path, and how long and you're affected is personal.
ALT Graphic with text: There's no right way to grieve You might need to be around friends. You might need to be alone. You might want to use art, music, or writing to help process your emotions. However you cope, it's all valid.
ALT Graphic with text: There are ways to manage grief. Feel your feelings. Remind yourself that with any loss or change, difficult feelings will follow. Whatever brings you some joy, find time to do it, and give yourself permission to enjoy it. Take care of your body. Try to get a good sleep and do some daily movement.
