Relational Practice: New Approaches to Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools

<p>A clear and compelling text written by teachers, psychologists, and educationalists, <i>Relational Practice: New Approaches to Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools</i> proposes a dynamic and relational approach to supporting the mental health needs of children and young people within education. Contributing authors advocate a movement away from the deficit, medicalised model of mental health and instead encourage readers to embrace a relational approach, considering philosophical and spiritual dimensions, as well as the wider everyday contexts that shape the mental health of individuals, groups, and school communities.</p><p>Filled with case studies, intervention strategies, and CPD activities, this essential guide bridges the gap between theory, research, and practice to offer evidence-based resources for practical application within schools.</p><p>Areas covered include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li>Supporting neurodivergent and LGBT+ students to thrive</li><li>Creating and actioning an anti-racist approach</li><li>Multi-agency interventions</li><li>Relationships in SEND settings</li><li>Creating a supportive culture to enhance staff wellbeing</li><li>Appreciative inquiry</li><li>Staff perceptions of Building Relational Schools (BRS)</li><li>The role of intersubjective processes and the impact they have on relationships in educational settings</li></ul><p>Providing a comprehensive introduction to relational practice within education, this is an indispensable resource for anyone working in education who wishes to support the mental health and wellbeing of their school community.</p>