Project Description
What is mental health?
Mental Health is about how we think, feel and behave. It is important that you look after your mental health so you can get the most out of life. Looking after your mental health doesn’t need to be complicated.
How can I take care of my mental health?
Eight simple (and cost-free!) tips for good mental health:
1. Eat well food that is good for your body is good for your mind too.
2. Keep active regular exercise can boost your self-esteem and help you concentrate, sleep, look and feel better, and give you more energy. Try to include enjoyable physical activity in your day.
3. Keep in touch family and friends can help you deal with the stresses of life.
4. Do something you are good at enjoying yourself helps beat stress. Do an activity you enjoy. Achieving helps boost your self-esteem.
5. Help others helping people makes you feel good. Be there for your friends and family and they will be there for you.
6. Take a break Taking time to relax is really important to maintain positive mental health. Do what you find enjoyable and relaxing.
7. Believe in yourself positive thinking and boosting self-esteem helps you cope during rough times. Be proud of who you are.
8. Ask for help sometimes we can feel alone and overwhelmed by our problems – it can help to share those feelings with others.
Need help now?
If you need someone to talk to urgently and in confidence contact:
First response service on freefone 111 select option 2
Childline anytime free of charge on 0800 1111
The Samaritans anytime on 116 123
Cambridge mental health helpline Life Line on Freephone 0808 8082121 (7pm – 11pm)
Or see our emergency page here
Further support
You can also contact Kooth
Your school (or college) nurse – by attending a drop-in session at your school (they don’t just do physical health)
Visit your GP and talk to them. They are trained to listen to your mental health worries
For more advice about maintaining positive mental health and information about common mental health problems go to: