FPA Positivity Podcast Episode 2: Let's Talk about it (Our School Student Special)

Trigger Warning: Discussion of mental health This is the second episode of Firth Park Academy's Positivity Podcast and an Our School Student Special, where we aim to speak openly about mental health and the issues surrounding it. Mrs Arundel and Miss Tompkins explore the how, in society, mental health impacts on every aspect of life. We want to talk openly about our own mental health, the highs and lows of life and reduce the stigma, after all, what is 'normal' anyway?! In this particular episode, we explore the benefits of talking with regards to mental health. We want to look at coping strategies for staff, students, parents and carers and explore the barriers we may face. If you would like any further help or support, here are some websites that may be helpful: https://sayit.org.uk/ (support LGBTQ+) https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ (Eating Disorders) https://www.cruse.org.uk/ (Bereavement Support) https://www.mind.org.uk/ (Mental Health Support) https://www.kooth.com/ (Young People's Anonymous Counselling Support) https://www.samaritans.org/ (24 Hour Support for Mental Health) https://youngminds.org.uk/ (Support for Young People) https://iaptsheffield.shsc.nhs.uk/ (Online self-referals to free counselling) https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ (NHS resources for Mental Health)