Keep CAMHS and Carry On

CAMHS Grampian is a NHS mental health service for under 18's, based in Grampian, Scotland. This podcast series is a psychoeducation 'top tips' collection, recorded by our very own staff, to make managing stress in tough times just that little bit easier. If you're under 18 in Grampian and want to improve your mental health, or are a parent and want to support your child or teen even better, this podcast could be for you! Please note that this podcast is NOT a substitute for face-to-face medical advice. If you feel that you need professional help, please visit your GP or contact NHS 24.

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Episodes

How To: Creativity and Feeling Better feat. John Newton, CAMHS Clinician

Hear about the role of creativity in mental wellbeing and learn ways to grow your own creative flare.

May 21, 2020•26 min

Traffic Lights and other tips for ADHD in Lockdown feat. Fiona Rennie, CAMHS Specialist Nurse

Hear about ways to manage behaviour in ADHD just that little bit better during the corona lockdown.

Apr 17, 2020•19 min

Managing Challenging Behaviour in Kids During Lockdown feat. Lisa Hodge, CAMHS Nurse

Parents - hear about creative ways to help manage challenging behaviour in kids during lockdown.

Apr 17, 2020•23 min

Teenagers, Exercise and Wellbeing feat. Dr Annabelle Nicol, CAMHS Psychology Practitioner

Hear about creative ways in which teenagers can exercise and boost mental well-being during lockdown. Dr Annabelle Nicol’s top picks for home exercise ideas... Workout Labs 👉 https://workoutlabs.com/exercise-guide/ Bodyweight home workout for teens 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0ECBD6egbI Latin Cardio dance 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DZktowZo_k Home boxing workout 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWLEkO0MlXs 10min Yoga Stretch 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pKly2JojMw Joe ...

Apr 07, 2020•31 min

Young Children, Exercise and Wellbeing feat. Dr Annabelle Nicol, CAMHS Psychology Practitioner

Hear about creative ways to encourage your young children to exercise and boost mental wellbeing.

Apr 03, 2020•18 min

Relationships: Use Your Team! feat. Raeleen Thomson, CAMHS Nurse

Hear about creative ways to construct a map of your social relationships and be intentional about keeping up healthy connections.

Mar 26, 2020•18 min

Healthy Communication at home during the Corona Crisis feat. Natasha Vickers, CAMHS Psychology Practitioner

Hear about the importance of healthy communication to, and in front of children and young people, in anxiety provoking times. WhatsApp the WHO 👉 https://bit.ly/who-covid-19-whatsapp or type ‘hi’ on WhatsApp on +41 22 501 75 96

Mar 26, 2020•12 min

Butterfly Tapping, Cold ’n’ Hold & Breathing Techniques feat. Gail Duncan, CAMHS Nurse

Hear about some practical ways that might help with stress and intense emotions.

Mar 26, 2020•19 min

Coping Strategies: Walking and Mindful Colouring feat. Jakki Mathers, CAMHS Nurse

Hear about managing stress with two of simple yet effective coping strategies. Links from this episode: Happy Colour App - https://x-flow.app/en Mindful colouring sheets - https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resource/t-c-1551-mindfulness-colouring-sheets-bumper-pack

Mar 23, 2020•16 min

Connecting and Communicating with your Child feat. Malaina Taylor, CAMHS Psychology Practitioner

Parents - hear how to be kind to yourself, be present with your child and communicate in creative ways to help begin to mange the tension at home. Links from this episode: www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/looking-after-your-mental-health-during-coronavirus-outbreak https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/...

Mar 23, 2020•16 min

Healthy Day-Night routine feat. Fiona Smith-Dodd, CAMHS Occupational Therapist

Hear how to go about adjusting your Day-Night routine in a positive direction.

Mar 20, 2020•15 min

Relaxation Techniques: Visualisation feat. Steven McLeod, CAMHS Nurse

Hear about how to imagine and visualise to help you relax.

Mar 20, 2020•11 min

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