COVID-19: Helpful websites and resources
Here are some websites and resources that may be helpful at this time. Please make sure you follow the most up-to-date government guidelines for where you live.
General information
Scottish Government - Coronavirus in Scotland
NHS Inform - Latest guidance from NHS Scotland and the Scottish Government
NHS Fife and Fife Health & Social Care Partnership - Latest information from NHS Fife and Fife Health and Social Care Partnership on COVID-19
Fife Voluntary Action - Pandemic Information and Response
Parent Club - Information to help you deal with all aspects of the Coronavirus pandemic
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
- COVID-19 guidance for paediatric services
- COVID-19 resources for parents and carers
- Advice for parents about seeking medical advice if your child is unwell
Looking after your own mental health and wellbeing
See our page on Looking after your emotional wellbeing for ways to rest, reduce tension and recharge.
Action for Happiness - Action for Happiness App, Monthly Action Calendar and 10 Days of Happiness coaching programme
Clear Your Head - Things you can do to help clear your head
FACE COVID - Video about how to respond effectively
Mental Health Foundation - How to look after your mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak
Moodcafe - Coronavirus and your wellbeing
NHS Education for Scotland - Mental health and wellbeing resources for health and social care staff, including Taking care of myself, Taking care of others and Taking care of my staff
NHS Inform - Coronavirus (COVID-19): Your mental wellbeing
NHS Scotland - Tips on how to cope if you are worried about Coronavirus and in isolation
Psychology Tools - Living with worry and anxiety amidst global uncertainty
SAMH - Coronavirus mental health information hub
Thrive Inside - App to help you keep connected and stay calm and healthy
World Health Organisation - Coping with stress during the coronavirus outbreak
Supporting children and young people's mental health and wellbeing
Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families - Supporting young people's mental health during periods of disruption
BEAT - Eating Disorders and Coronavirus
British Psychological Society
- Advice for key worker parents: Helping your child adapt to changes due to the Covid-19 pandemic
- When your parent is a key worker: Advice for children and young people during the Coronavirus
CAMHS Grampian - Podcasts to help young people manage stress
Children 1st - Talking to children about coronavirus
Coronavirus - A book for children (illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler)
COSLA - Advice for helping children, young people and their families manage their anxiety about COVID-19
Fife CAMHS - Resources for supporting young people with eating disorder (pdf)
Fife Educational Psychology Service
My name is Coronavirus - Booklet to support and reassure children
NHS Education for Scotland - Mental health and wellbeing resources for health and social care staff working with young people and families
NHS Fife Child Psychology - Covid advice line for parents and carers
Advice line for parents and carers in Fife who need support with issues relating to Covid-19 and the lockdown. For example, if your child is worried about coronavirus or if you’re not sure how to talk to them about the pandemic.
The psychology advice line is available 10am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, on 01383 565400.
World Health Organisation - Helping children cope with stress during the coronavirus outbreak
YoungMinds - Supporting your child during the coronavirus pandemic
Supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities and Autism
Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health - Podcast on Coronavirus and helping children with autism
Autism NI - Anxiety Resource Pack
Children in Scotland - Webinars aimed at parents and carers of children with additional support needs
East London NHS Foundation Trust - Video on Supporting neurodiverse children in challenging times such as during self-isolation
ENABLE Scotland - Information and easy-read factsheets about COVID-19
North Derbyshire CAMHS - Staying at home: Young People with Learning Disabilities and their Carers
Scottish Autism - COVID-19 support
Sheffield Children’s NHS Trust - Coronavirus resources for families, including children with additional needs
Websites for children and young people
BBC Own It - Lockdown Lowdown
CBBC Newsround - Coronavirus
Childline - Coronavirus: what it is and what to do if you’re worried
Topics include: 10 tips to cope during lockdown and Help if you're worried
Young Scot - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Topics include: Looking after your mental wellbeing, Answers to common coronavirus questions, Relaxation exercises and advice for Young Carers
YoungMinds - Coronavirus and mental health
Topics include: What to do if you’re anxious about coronavirus and Tips for coping with OCD during the coronavirus pandemic
Child protection during COVID-19
British Association of Social Workers - Domestic Abuse and Child Welfare
Child Protection Scotland - Keeping children safe from harm during COVID-19
Fife Council
NSPCC - Coronavirus (COVID-19) and keeping children safe from abuse
Scottish Government - Coronavirus (COVID-19): supplementary national child protection guidance
ThinkUKnow - Advice for children, young people, parents, carers and professionals about staying safe online
Returning to school
Fife Council - Returning to school
Parent Club - Reopening of schools and Early Learning and Childcare settings
Other support from HandsOn
Apps, websites and services to support the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in Fife.
Links to lots of learning resources, activities and support for while you're At home during the outbreak.
See our A-Z of topics for more support with children and young people's mental health and emotional wellbeing, including bereavement support.
Updated 1 July 2020
