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Lucy Quick - Principal of Perform

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Mental health immune system

10th May 2022

Mental health immune system

We all know that young children build up their immune systems through catching colds and minor illnesses. But is it possible to help build their 'mental health immune system'?. Building resilience…

Tags: drama, bullying, mental health, immune system, empowering, resilient

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The pandemic and children's mental health

10th November 2020

The pandemic and children's mental health

Something I love about working with children is their general positivity and upbeat attitude but it’s often easy to breeze over the fact that many share some of the same worries, concerns and anxieties…

Tags: child development, parenting, confidence, social interaction, communication, mental health, coronavirus, covid 19, pandemic, self esteem

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Keep calm and breathe

26th June 2019

Keep calm and breathe

A few weeks ago, we covered a topic in class all about how to relax and calm down if you're feeling worried or anxious. In all our drama, dance and singing classes, we always have a weekly focus which…

Tags: child development, parenting, problem solving, communication, mindfulness, calm, anxiety, calming, relax, relaxation, worry, discussion, mental health, wellness, well being, emotion, meditation

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