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As we enter the last term of the school year, stress and tiredness can impact wellbeing at different stages for different students. We have put together some reminders of things that might help to support your child if she is having a tough time as we begin the countdown to Christmas!
Often when we are stressed or down about something, we can fall out of our usual routine. Although motivation can be low during these times, ensuring we are having regular meals, adequate sleep and getting outside or moving our body in some way each day can make a huge difference. Looking out for changes in these healthy habits can also be a warning sign that something may be going on or something is on your child’s mind.
Doing things together or a little differently if time allows like cooking or baking a favourite snack/meal, getting out for a walk or trying a YouTube mindfulness wind down exercise before bed might help ease some of the reluctance that can be around when things feel hard.
There is lots of research on the importance of connection for positive wellbeing. If your child is struggling with some friendship ups and downs or struggling to find people with shared interests, we have lots of lunch time activities this term ranging from writing, tech, crafts and games to volunteering service groups. These do not need to be booked in advance and are open to anyone who is looking to try something different and maybe meet someone new.
It can be very anxiety-provoking to strike up a conversation with someone new or to approach a group for the first time. Some young people will benefit from role-playing what this might look like with someone they trust in advance and you can always contact your child’s HPL if they need support to attend an activity or build connections.
If you are worried about your daughter’s wellbeing at school, we are here to help. You can contact your child’s House Pastoral Leader to discuss potential support options including our College Counselling Service which is open to all students.
The College Counsellors are qualified and experienced professionals with qualifications in Clinical Psychology or Psychology and are registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). All members of our team have experience supporting young people and their families with mental health concerns. Our job is to support students if they are having a difficult time with school, friends or at home that is impacting life at LHC. Counsellors are also available in any crisis situations that might happen at school or if a student feels very distressed for any reason during school time.
