From the Leader of Wellbeing

From the Leader of Wellbeing

 

 

Below was in our newsletter in Week 8 of this term.

The Semester break (2 weeks) is a great time to invest on better sleep habits and develop a consistent structure and routine focused on sleep.

 

 
 

Half of all mental illnesses start during early high school by 14 years. At this critical stage of development, 40% of young people will face significant sleep problems heightening their risk of anxiety and depression.

Sleep Ninja® is a free, evidence-based smartphone app shown to be effective in helping young people with sleep problems. Over six weeks, Sleep Ninja teaches skills based on cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which promotes sleep quality and healthy sleep habits and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Sleep Ninja is designed for use during the day (not at bedtime).

Sleep Ninja® – Black Dog Institute

 

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS:

Pre-Teen and Teen Moods: supporting them as they express and learn to navigate their emotional ups and downs

 

SAFE PARTYING

    • Have you discussed the event with the hosting parents?
    • Do you know what level of supervision will be provided?
    • Do you know what time the party is scheduled to start and finish?
    • Have you exchanged contact numbers?

A SPECIAL REPORT: A Guide to Safe Partying

Teenage gatherings provide young people with important opportunities to interact and build on their social skills and experiences. Celebrations, partying and socialising are a fundamental rite of passage and one of the most important aspects of a young person’s life. However, it is possible for the best young person to get carried away by their peers and the euphoria of the moment.

For parents and caregivers, keeping your young person safe can at times feel daunting and is often a compromise and a challenge. Most teenagers try to do the right thing most of the time, but your leadership as a role model is crucial. Your child may appear to be physically large and mature, but this is not necessarily matched by their emotional maturity and responsibility in behaviour.

Every party has the potential to get out-of-hand as sometimes it’s hard for young partygoers to make good decisions. Communication and regular discussions are vital, particularly because young people are often faced with peer pressure to do things they prefer not to engage in. Hosting a celebration at home or at a venue can be a fun and memorable event but it is important to agree on the ground rules well before your event is announced to ensure there are no misunderstandings later on.

If hosting an event, you owe your guests a ‘duty-of-care’ and should ensure all reasonable steps are taken to keep partygoers safe. This Special Report provides caregivers with list of things to consider when planning a celebration.=

We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your daughter, please contact her Tutor Teacher or House Coordinator for further information or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to this special on A GUIDE TO SAFE PARTYING edition of SchoolTV: LINK

 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: :  

 

Mental health help for children and teens

 
If you are looking for or require help in relation to your daughter’s wellbeing and/or mental health during the holidays the following link to NSW Health will guide you to helpful resources including agencies that can offer assistance. 
At the beginning of Term 4 please contact her Tutor Teacher and let them know so that we can best support her whilst at MSCW.
 
 

Ms Angela Bowland, Leader of Wellbeing

  This article on College life meets The Archbishop’s Charter for Catholic Schools – Charter #1, #2, #8