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04/06/2026

Make mental health a priority in our schools.

03/06/2026

A message for your child.

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02/06/2026

It can be tough on young people getting through exam season. If your child is neurodivergent or has a disability here are some tips to help relieve the pressure. We hope they help.

After taking exams with ADHD and ASD, Rachel shares tips for neurodivergent and Disabled students, from revision plans and exams to asking for adjustments.

29/05/2026

To any parents going through a hard time with your child right now, read this message. It’s from a parent called Andrea, who has advice on how to check in with your child about how they are feeling:

"Each child is different but mine hated being asked 'are you okay today?'. They said the 'yes' was for me, not for them, so I stopped asking. Instead, we went with a scale of 1 to 10. If it was a 2, we knew nothing would be achieved and rest was needed. On days that were around a 5, we'd get up and get ready, and maybe have a walk or do some mindfulness. 8 days were fab – we’d do class work for home-schooling. It worked for us."

"Don’t try to fix them, they’re not broken. And don’t tell them 'I want to make you happy'. It’s their job to find happy and it’s yours to love them and hold a safe space for them while they try."

25/05/2026

Exam season can be stressful for parents too. Supporting a young person through pressure, worry, and uncertainty is not always easy.

Sometimes, a few kind or reassuring words can make a real difference.

What supportive message would you share with a parent whose child is struggling with exam pressure?

24/05/2026

Fewer high-pressure exams. More focus on preparing young people for life beyond school. Less anxiety, fear, burnout and overwhelm. More space for joy. More freedom to explore and make mistakes. More room for mental health and wellbeing.

The education system puts too much focus on exam results. And it's created a toxic culture of stress and anxiety for young people.

Talent and success aren't just reflected through exams. They can show up and be expressed in so many different ways.

Numbers on a piece of paper will never define a young person's worth or potential. And our education system should reflect that.

21/05/2026

Parents, if you're worried about how your child is coping with exams at school, you don’t have to go through it alone. Here is our advice and information on where you can get help.

https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/parents-a-z-mental-health-guide/exam-time/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRxG_pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeqkIpxmkdpKNTUNuM1s70tcr0jLdIKU_AYscMoN5DyF_4AqeokhTi1Qm8aAs_aem_rJJrjodvlWh8yhKOcJ-k-g

Exams are a stressful time for any young person. If you're worried about how your child is coping read our tips and advice on how to help.

18/05/2026

Parents, exams can be an incredibly stressful time for you and your child. If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health during this time, we are here to help. Our Parents Helpline team is available Monday to Friday to support parents of young people facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, anger, self-harm, school-related problems, and more.

If your child is struggling with exam pressure and isn’t receiving the professional support they need, we can guide you on practical steps and how best to support them at home.

Call us for free on 0808 802 5544, we’re open from:

9:30am - 4pm on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays
9:30am - 6pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

You’ll speak to a trained adviser who can listen and provide practical advice in complete confidence.

15/05/2026

Listening matters.

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13/05/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Week we want to shout out to all of the parents and carers who are supporting a young person struggling with their mental health. We know how overwhelming and isolating it can feel as a parent, especially when you're not getting the help you and your family need. We want you to know that we see you and we appreciate you. You are not alone.