Making the most of my Mental Health Junior Version

There are moments in life when things feel confusing, overwhelming, or hard to understand, and this is something every person experiences at different times. For young people, these moments can feel especially big. Their days are often full and fast, moving quickly from one responsibility to the next school, homework, activities, sports, lessons, and expectations. Even for adults, this pace can feel exhausting, and for younger people it can sometimes feel like too much to manage all at once. When young people feel overwhelmed, they may struggle to concentrate, feel more emotional than usual, or find everyday tasks harder to complete. Often, they may not have the words to explain what they are feeling, only a sense that something doesn’t feel right. This can be confusing for them and for the adults supporting them.

This take-home book and workbook has been created to gently support younger people during those times. It helps them to recognise and understand their feelings, offering simple explanations and practical activities that encourage emotional awareness. Through guided reflection, visuals, and age-appropriate language, the book introduces new ways to cope, self-soothe, and regain a sense of balance. With time, patience, and practice, these tools can help build confidence and emotional resilience.

This book is also designed to support adults. It acts as a conversation starter, creating opportunities to talk openly about mental health in a way that feels safe and accessible. By introducing clear, supportive language, it helps younger people learn how to name their emotions and communicate them to others. This shared understanding strengthens connection and helps adults guide, reassure, and support them more effectively. Highly visual and thoughtfully structured, the book meets younger people where they are. It acknowledges that every person is different and that learning to understand emotions is a journey, not a quick fix. The activities can be revisited as often as needed, making the book a practical resource that grows with the younger person over time. Above all, this book is about reassurance, understanding, and connection. It reminds younger people that big feelings are normal, that they are not alone, and that there are ways to feel better even when things feel hard. It also reminds adults that listening, naming feelings, and being present can make a powerful difference in a younger person’s life.