At ‘Informed Level’ there are three educational animations that support learning about mental health, self-harm and suicide prevention specifically for the wider Children and Young People’s workforce. These animations support individuals to understand the factors that influence mental health and resilience in children and young people; engage proactively with children and young people about mental health, self-harm and suicide; and recognise when to seek help to support those in their care.
These are contained within an e-module on Turas Informed Level Resources | Turas | Learn (nhs.scot) and are also available below. Although these can be viewed on their own, it would be recommended that these are viewed as part of a wider learning activity.
Ask, Tell, what is mental health?
Identify ways in which you can support good mental health in children and young people and recognise the signs of mental ill health. Positive experiences, relationships and a sense of belonging are all important in building resilience and good mental health in children and young people. It is important to look behind behaviours, be curious and ask why.
Ask, Tell, how to talk about Mental Health
It is important to talk with young people about their mental health. This animation identifies the importance of finding time and creating a safe environment to talk.
Ask, Tell, Self-harm and Suicide Prevention
Learn about self-harm and suicide risk in children and young people. The importance of talking and asking about suicidal thoughts and self-harm. And getting immediate help when you are worried about a child or young person’s safety. Prevention of suicide and self-harm is everyone’s business.
These resources have been co-produced by NHS Education for Scotland and Public Health Scotland to support the implementation of Scotland’s Public Health Priorities for Mental Health, Scotland’s Mental Health Strategy 2017-2027; and Scotland’s Suicide Prevention Action Plan – Every Life Matters.