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Wellbeing advice and resources during COVID-19
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The Department of Education NEPS psychologists have developed the following advice and resources for parents, students and school staff as they return to school following school closure due to COVID-19.
Guidance for Parents/Guardians Supporting Children Moving from 6th Class during COVID-19 School Closure
Primary
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School Refusal Behaviour Information for Parents and Guardians
This handout is about understanding and supporting children who are reluctant or refuse to go to school
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School Refusal Behaviour Information for Parents and Guardians
This handout is about understanding and supporting children who are reluctant or refuse to go to school
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Managing Thoughts and Feelings – A Guide for Students
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Managing Stress and Anxiety – A Guide for Students
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Panic Attacks: A Guide for Students
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Relaxation techniques
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Guidance for Primary Schools Returning to School
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Supporting Bereaved Students and Staff Returning to School following COVID-19 and Public Health Restrictions: Information Booklet for Schools
The purpose of this booklet is to advise school staff how best to support bereaved students and colleagues on their return to school following COVID-19 restrictions.
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School Refusal Behaviour Information for Teachers and School Staff - Primary
This handout is about school refusal behaviour. It explains some of the reasons it occurs and offers suggestions for intervention which are based on psychological knowledge and good practice.
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Guidance for School Staff on Post-Primary Students Returning to School
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Guidelines for Teachers Listen, Protect, Connect, Model & Teach
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Supporting Bereaved Students and Staff Returning to School following COVID-19 and Public Health Restrictions: Information Booklet for Schools
The purpose of this booklet is to advise school staff how best to support bereaved students and colleagues on their return to school following COVID-19 restrictions.
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School Refusal Behaviour Information for Teachers and School Staff - Post-primary
This handout is about school refusal behaviour. It explains some of the reasons it occurs and offers suggestions for intervention which are based on psychological knowledge and good practice.
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