This week’s school events
This week I’m at the City of London School for Girls on Wednesday, talking to parents there and those of the Boys’ school, focusing on the part that the human social drive plays in teenage stress, wellbeing, behaviours and screentime – and what we can do about it. And on Thursday I’m at the Hall School in Hampstead, talking to Years 6, 7 and 8 about various things to do with stress, wellbeing and screentime, and then to their parents in the evening.
Go here first, as you’ll find the key stuff selected for you. This is the best place to go if you’re in a hurry.
And here is the handout – Resources overview – which you probably had printed for you at my talk.
Another key one – Ten things for parents to know.
As always, the Powerpoint presentations are on my slideshare page for anyone to access freely (but they won’t stay there for long) and, as always, do take your pick from the resources menu on the right to find links to the science that informs what I talk about, as well as lots of free downloadable materials.
Those of you who work in schools, do take a look at my classroom resources. It’s the best way to teach young people how to look after their own brains and physical and mental wellbeing.
There are two current surveys I’d love young people to answer. They only take a few minutes and they will really help me know my audiences. Adults can also answer the one on social media – though some questions won’t apply. Please do join in!
Life Online – Smartphones, social media and you
Positively Teenage – How positive are you?
And finally, it’s National Libraries Week so why not go along to your local library and take home an armful of books – FREE!
Big thanks to both schools for inviting me and for raising the funds for the visit. I love being able to share what I know and I really hope it helps. It’s what I needed to know when I was much younger!


