Emotional Health and Well-Being: A Practical Guide for Schools

`This publication is a valuable and timely contribution to the current investigations into the behaviours of children and young people that impact on their emotional health. The book will serve as a practical guide for schools addressing the problem as they see it, the case studies vividly illustrating situations and behaviours that teachers will readily recognise. This is a well structured book. [It] deserves to be read and can serve as a source of information on how various behaviours have been defined, investigated and addressed. It will be of value to any school, much more than a topical or interesting read but as the basis of an institutional response to a problem seriously affecting educational achievement for individuals and schools. It would particularly serve as a stimulus to in-service training for teachers and support staff′ – George Varnava, Young Minds Magazine

′Each of the authors has considerable relevant expertise so the text is rich both in research data and examples, including case studies, from their experience. Readers will find a wealth of practical advice and encouragement that is balanced by the acknowledgement of the limitations of individual interventions and the potential costs, overt and hidden, of each one. A whole-school approach is advocated and exemplified, including schools that have considered the needs of the staff′ – Child and Adolescent Mental Health

`This work would be of use throughout all age ranges as the different problems and strategies are very easily accessible with a lot of proven, practical support. Professor Cowie and he colleagues have produced a valuable tool for use in all schools on both micro and macro level′ – Education Review

′The strengths of this book are its readability, the way in which case studies and practical examples are used to support and illustrate different interventions, and the links to appropriate resources. A broad range of mental health issues is covered′ – Debate

This is exactly what it says on the cover: “A Practical Guide for Schools”. It has pertinent resources and it offers sound guidance for emotional health and well-being within the school environment.” — Dr Bill Naylor ― drupal Published On: 2013-09-09

case studies clear and help students link theory to practice clearer
encourages reflective practice
encompasses wide range of topics that are relevant to all child health practitioners and indeed those working within the education setting in relation to the health needs of children and young people from an emotional wellbeing perspective
guidance throughout the text is practical and realistic to everyday life and the areas where practitioners may require additional support in meeting those children and young people′s needs — Eileen Wake ― drupal Published On: 2013-07-16

A helpful text for those working with older children and younger people. — Miss Alyson Lewis ― drupal Published On: 2013-03-26

Good book for supporting Pastoral care within FE, not suitable for course — Miss Kayleigh Robinson ― drupal Published On: 2013-08-27

Particularly useful for our current module, childhood health and well-being. Some useful information that helps clarify issues surrounding social and emotional issues for children. — Miss Lisa Holland ― drupal Published On: 2014-05-17

Not relevant to the module I was delivering. — Miss Lisa Holland ― drupal Published On: 2023-06-07

This book provides a good overview of the various kinds of interventions one may use in a school setting. While it is an informative and useful resource, there is little in the way of understanding a child/young person′s perspective. At a basic level, a child′s understanding of a situation should be more thoroughly investigated before choosing a suitable intervention. While we cannot expect teachers to be counsellors (or vice versa!) it would be useful to highlight this gap in the teaching world. — Mr Garrett Kennedy ― drupal Published On: 2011-09-13

Well laid out and recommended essential read for those involved emotional health and well being in the school environment. — Mr Phillip Bowen ― drupal Published On: 2014-06-30

I will use this as a supplement for students who are specifically interested in well-being. — Mrs Gail Parker ― drupal Published On: 2015-06-09

This text supports learners understanding of the key terms emotional health & wellbeing. The text uses examples and definitions to support understanding professional terms. — Mrs leanne Hall ― drupal Published On: 2019-05-02

The authors tackle issues we as adults don′t want to think about with regards to children growing up. This book delves into sensitive issues around children and young peoples emotional well-being with guidance on what to look for and how and when to intervene. An essential book for any childhood educator. — Mrs Ruth Gill ― drupal Published On: 2012-05-15

The emphasis on a Whole School Approach was particularly useful. Chapters on specific difficulties clear and well written. — Ms Fiona Jennings ― drupal Published On: 2013-10-01

Great guide for school teachers and school counselors with lots of good ideas for interventions to turn schools into more positive institutions.
— Ms Rebekka Koenig ― drupal Published On: 2010-08-10

Professor Helen Cowie is Professor of Mental Health and Youth, and Head of PostGraduate Education at the University of Surrey Roehampton

Dr Chrissy Boardman is a child and adolescent psychiatrist for the West Dorset District Trust, West Dorset General Hospital

Dr Judith Dawkins is a Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Baker and Duncan Family Consultancy

Dawn Jennifer is a Doctorate Researcher at University of Surrey Roehampton