Lily Jo who runs the Lily Jo project based in Manchester and goes into schools to talk about mental health says it’s a case of being willing to listen to the young person.
She told Premier’s News hour:
“I think it’s definitely about having that open dialogue, that open conversation making sure that those young people know actually, if you’re struggling, I’m the person to speak to, like, come and talk to me and we’ll work through it together.
The charity, Action for Children surveyed 5,000 teenagers and found a third were feeling depressed and unable to shake off negative feelings, even with the help of friends and family.
Common issues were feeling depressed, restless sleep and struggling to focus their minds.
The charity offered those in need of support a place on its Blues Programme – the first nationwide programme of its kind to deliver early help for depression in secondary schools.
Since the programme started last October, 620 15 to 18-year-olds have taken part, with 420 completing a questionnaire at the end.
According to the charity 70% had showed an improvement by July this year, with a specific decrease in depression.
The Blues Programme is part of Action for Children’s Build Sound Minds campaign which encourages positive conversation and good mental health.
It is based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy methods and helps young people understand the connection…
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