th Jan 2014 1 1 in 10 children and young people aged 5 16 suffer from a diagnosable mental health Disorder THATS 3 IN EVERY CLASSROOM 2 WHATS THE ISSUE WHAT WE DO 3 YoungMinds ID: 576455
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Petra Velzeboer – 18
th Jan, 2014
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1 in 10 children and young
people aged 5 - 16 suffer from
a diagnosable mental health
DisorderTHAT’S 3 IN EVERY CLASSROOM.
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WHAT’S THE ISSUE?Slide3
WHAT WE DO
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YoungMinds
is the UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.
We campaign, research and influence policy and practice.Slide4
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Parents’ Helpline
Youth campaigns and policy influencing
Training for professionals matthew.daniel@youngminds.org.ukInformation for children and young people, parents and professionals
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WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH?
“Mental health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community
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World Health Organisation (WHO) 2011
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WHERE ARE WE GOING NEXT?
In January we launch YoungMinds
biggest and most ambitious campaign
A mass movement of young people (11-25) campaigning for change on issues that affect their mental health6Slide7
PressuresYoung people talk about the pressures they face
Bullying, no help. Jodie-Pan Barriero Mental health / CAMHS
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WHAT CAN WE DO
Start the conversation and reduce stigmaListen
Involve teenagers in their care and treatment
Build awareness by linking with mental health organisations8Slide9
HOW CAN YOU HELP US CAMPAIGN?
Sign up to our campaign via our
YoungMinds
Vs site & tell your friendsAdvertise Activist/Media training for 11-25 year olds – Next London date: February 8
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Spread the word on social media & everywhere else Let us know if you want young people to sit on your boards, forums and planning meetings so you can hear their views
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THANK YOU