It’s that time of year again – the one when panic can set in for both teenagers and parents! Here are some apps to help during this difficult time. Why not download them for free and see if you think they could help.

YOU-app “Small steps for a happier, healthier living”

BASE app – specifically for children and teens with mental health problems – download from www.Solentcamhs.nhs.uk/base or from your app store by searching for: Solent NHS Trust BASE.

For people over the age of 19, struggling with emotional wellbeing, or wanting to learn about building on your personal resilience to stressful situations there is “Living Well” – courses for your wellbeing for patients living in Dorset.  Call 01202262300 or apply online at www.skillsandlearningbdp.co.uk.

In addition, see below for information about writing your own WRAP – a wellness recovery action plan – a tool to help you identify what triggers anxiety/depression and then what actions help stop it from becoming worse.