Page 23 - Unit 8 Signs of Stress

What can we do about this?

Emotions are natural. It is not good to squash or push them away.

We know that some children will have higher levels of stress and

lower skills to manage and this is no their fault.

We must help them to realise that their feelings

and stress responses are natural and understandable.

At the same time, it is REALLY important they know how important

it is for them learn to take control of big feelings so that they are

safe and others around them feel safe, happy and able to be at

their best.

The first step is to help children know their 5C Needs

and what helps them to feel happy and calm. By doing

this, they can Prep4Best to stay in control.