Resource Pack: Managing your Mental Health
Supporting students in managing their own mental health is crucial to their well-being and academic success. This resource pack provides a selection of Peerscroller videos that we’ve designed to help students develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and understand the importance of self-care.
From practical techniques like square breathing and grounding exercises to discussions on anxiety, sleep, and seeking help, these videos offer young people the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether used in PSHE lessons, tutor time, or informal discussions, this pack helps create a supportive environment where students feel empowered to take charge of their mental health.
Preview
Watch a preview of 'Square breathing’ - a video designed to help learners of all ages improve emotional wellbeing.
Feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Square breathing is a simple but powerful technique to help you regain control and calm your mind. In this video, Aisha guides you through the method step by step, showing how controlled breathing can reduce stress and improve focus. Perfect for moments of anxiety, before exams, or whenever students need a quick way to reset.
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For all year groups Key Stages 3-5
Sleep is essential for your mood, focus, and overall well-being - but are you getting enough? In this video, Aisha explores why quality rest matters and shares tips to improve your sleep routine. From avoiding late-night scrolling to creating a relaxing bedtime habit, small changes can help you wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day.
In this video, Liv shares simple ways to look after your mental well-being based on what you need. Whether it’s talking things out, getting active, or swapping screen time for a hobby, small changes can make a big difference. It’s all about treating yourself with the same care you’d give anything else!
When stress or anxiety feels overwhelming, grounding techniques can help bring you back to the present moment. In this video, Evie explores simple, practical methods to calm your mind and regain control, whether through breathing exercises, focusing on your senses, or engaging in physical movement. Perfect for moments when you need to steady yourself and find balance.
For Key Stage 3
Resilience is all about bouncing back when things don’t go to plan - but how do you build it? In this video, Amy shares three key strategies: gaining perspective by talking to others, learning to shake off setbacks, and using feedback to improve. While big challenges take time to process, these simple steps can help you move forward when everyday obstacles get in the way.
By understanding the importance of self-care and how small habits can make a big difference, students can develop healthier routines, improve focus, and build resilience. This video by Sunny can be a great tool to spark conversations about well-being in the classroom and encourage students to take proactive steps in looking after themselves.
For Key Stage 4
By using the metaphor of a rollercoaster ride, Amy emphasises the importance of staying present and appreciating experiences as they unfold, rather than fixating on the future. This lesson can help students manage stress, reduce anxiety, and develop a positive mindset towards their school life. It’s perfect for starting conversations about mental health and resilience, encouraging students to focus on the here and now rather than worrying about what’s next.
This video is a practical guide to helping students manage stress and anxiety in their daily lives. Aisha introduces key strategies that can help young people regain control when they feel overwhelmed, whether it’s due to exams, relationships, or other pressures. By building a personal “toolkit” of coping strategies, students can develop resilience and feel more confident in managing anxiety.