This booklet describes the symptoms of depression and the different kinds of treatment available. It suggests ways that individuals can help themselves, and what family and friends can do. Contents What is depression? What are the symptoms of depression? What causes depression? What can I do to…
This booklet is aimed at anyone who experiences anxiety. It looks into the causes of anxiety, its effects and what to do to reduce it to a manageable level. It also provides some information about severe anxiety, including panic attacks and panic disorder. Friends and relatives…
This booklet is an introduction to the most common mental health problems, explaining what they are, their possible causes and what help is available. It is written for people who have a mental health problem, and their friends and family. The guide has a friendly, reassuring…
The guide from the mental health charity Mind offers information on personality disorders, their connection to mental health problems, and possible causes. It explains personality disorders involve persistent difficulties relating to oneself or others that significantly impact daily functioning. The guide covers the ten classifications…
This resource is a handbook aimed at providing parents and caregivers with guidance on various aspects of raising children safely and positively. It covers a wide range of topics relevant to childcare, including babysitting, bedwetting, bullying, child protection, choosing activities, domestic abuse, health and safety,…
“A Participatory Handbook for Youth Drug Abuse Prevention Programmes: A Guide for Development and Improvement” is a valuable resource for both young people and adults aiming to establish or enhance drug prevention programs involving youth and the community. This handbook offers practical tools and guidance…
“Positive Discipline: A Guide for Parents” is a concise resource offering practical strategies for parents to navigate common parenting experiences. This guide focuses on the developmental stages from infancy to early grade school years, providing insights and tools to foster positive parent-child relationships. The content…
“What is dementia? – Booklet about dementia for adults who have a learning disability or young children” is a concise and accessible resource designed to provide easy-to-understand information about dementia. While it is primarily developed for adults with a learning disability, its straightforward language also…
“Booklet about dementia for children and young people – The milk’s in the oven” is a comprehensive resource designed to provide children and young people with information about dementia. Written in straightforward language, the booklet aims to explain what dementia is and how it impacts…
The CAFCASS SCODA Risk Assessment Checklist is a tool used by social workers to assess the potential risks and protective factors in cases involving parents or caregivers with drug issues. The checklist consists of several domains that are evaluated using a scoring system, and social…
The “Autistic Spectrum Disorder: A Practical Approach at Home for Parents and Carers” booklet is a valuable resource that provides information and guidance on creating a supportive environment at home for children with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). The booklet serves as a practical guide, offering…
The “Feel Safe at Home: What to Do If Violence Is Happening Around You” children’s booklet is a compact and user-friendly resource specifically designed for children aged seven to twelve who may be experiencing domestic violence. The booklet provides information in straightforward language to help…
The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is a widely used self-rating scale designed to identify individuals at risk for postpartum depression, which is a common complication of childbirth. The scale consists of 10 questions and has been proven to be a practical and effective tool…
The Ages & Stages Questionnaires ASQ-3 is a comprehensive set of questionnaires designed to assess children’s development from 2 to 66 months. These questionnaires can be easily administered by parents or caregivers, providing valuable insights into the child’s progress in essential areas such as communication,…
A personal suicide safety plan is an essential tool in ensuring the safety of individuals who may be experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts. This worksheet provides a structured approach for individuals to create a plan that includes coping strategies and sources of support to utilise…
The Cycle of Change is a handout that social workers can use to assist their service users in understanding the process of change. It helps individuals assess which stage of change they are currently in and enables them to plan strategies to facilitate progress. It…
The Domestic Violence Safety Plan (6 pages) is a powerful resource designed to empower women and protect both themselves and their children during incidents of domestic abuse. This comprehensive plan provides personalised strategies and guidance to help individuals anticipate and respond to potential acts of…
This is a 4-page leaflet offering guidance on constructively dealing with jealousy in relationships. It is designed to help people recognise and change controlling or abusive behaviours stemming from jealousy. The leaflet first lists potentially abusive acts like constantly calling to check up on a…
This 32-page handbook aims to help men concerned about their abusive behaviours make positive changes in their relationships. It takes an empathetic, non-judgemental approach to spur self-reflection on topics like the impact of abuse, excuses used, and ability to choose non-violent actions. The handbook emphasizes…
The booklet aims to support men using violence or abuse towards female partners or ex-partners to change their behaviour. It takes a direct yet compassionate approach to spur self-reflection on the impacts of abuse and the excuses that sustain it. The booklet asks men to…
This is a very simple goal sheet which encourages parents to choose one goal they want their child to achieve each week . Click here for suggestions how to use this tool. FREE DOWNLOAD OF GOAL SHEET Click here to view/download the sheet
Reward Coupons can be a valuable tool for parents looking to effectively manage their child’s behavior and encourage positive actions. By providing parents with education on consistency, follow-through, and the use of desirable rewards, this resource helps them create a more structured and rewarding environment…
This resource includes a list of tried-and-tested interventions which include creating a very brief and simple list of rules, using praise effectively, creating a reward system, implementing a homework hour, establishing structure, and using consequences effectively. The key to many of these techniques is the…
The Chore Challenge is a tool that helps parents create an enjoyable system for their children to earn points and rewards by completing chores. On the chore challenge worksheet, parents write specific tasks in each box for the child to complete. For instance, in the…
The Self-Esteem Journal is a valuable tool designed to enhance feelings of well-being and self-esteem. Through positive journaling, service users are encouraged to reflect on their successes, good qualities, and positive experiences on a daily basis. This worksheet aims to support individuals who may find…
“Anger Management Skill Cards” is a resource that consists of twelve cards designed to teach children healthy anger management techniques. Each card features a picture and an idea for managing anger in a positive way. These skill cards provide a fun and engaging way for…
This resource provides 24 tips to help parents learn the best practices for using rewards and punishments with their children. The printout covers important topics, including the significance of following through with rewards and punishments, praising good behavior instead of traits, and avoiding excessive punishment….
The About Me Sentence Completion worksheet is a valuable tool designed to help social workers gain insight into a child’s self-perception, positive traits, and accomplishments. By providing a series of questions, the worksheet encourages children to reflect on and complete sentences about themselves, fostering self-awareness…
The Children’s Wishes and Feelings Shield is a valuable tool designed to empower children and enable their active participation in social care and protection assessments. This worksheet is specifically created for social workers to gain meaningful insights into a child’s perspective, allowing them to express…
The Three Houses template is a valuable tool that social workers can use to engage children in meaningful conversations about their thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. This creative and interactive tool is designed to explore three important aspects of a child’s life, represented by three different…