applying for a place to study MA Mental Health in Children and Young People
I am applying for a place to study MA Mental Health in Children and Young People because I have always wanted to make a profound impact on children’s and young people’s lives by elevating their mental health through early intervention. In my current job as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant I have gained an insight into mental health whilst working with vulnerable children in year 6 who struggled with their emotional and psychological well-being due to dealing with myriad of problems. A child who suffered from a high level of anxiety that hugely impacted on her mental and emotional well-being. To support the child we kept a stress journal, talked about breaking big tasks in smaller steps. We practised positive self-talk and being less self-critical by recognising her true strengths. For students to flourish as well-rounded individuals, a happy, safe learning environment rooted in strong, core moral values must be established. [unique_solution]I pride myself on forging relationships based upon mutual respect, responsible behaviour and genuine integrity. From my own experience, trauma is not one thing; it is a significant life change that causes a feeling of distress, I allowed myself space and time to grieve my loss. I have learnt grief takes time, the more we try to avoid grieving, the longer the grief will linger. I look forward to deepening my knowledge and understanding further and contributing toI am applying for a place to study MA Mental Health in Children and Young People because I have always wanted to make a profound impact on children’s and young people’s lives by elevating their mental health through early intervention. In my current job as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant I have gained an insight into mental health whilst working with vulnerable children in year 6 who struggled with their emotional and psychological well-being due to dealing with myriad of problems. A child who suffered from a high level of anxiety that hugely impacted on her mental and emotional well-being. To support the child we kept a stress journal, talked about breaking big tasks in smaller steps. We practised positive self-talk and being less self-critical by recognising her true strengths. For students to flourish as well-rounded individuals, a happy, safe learning environment rooted in strong, core moral values must be established. I pride myself on forging relationships based upon mutual respect, responsible behaviour and genuine integrity. From my own experience, trauma is not one thing; it is a significant life change that causes a feeling of distress, I allowed myself space and time to grieve my loss. I have learnt grief takes time, the more we try to avoid grieving, the longer the grief will linger. I look forward to deepening my knowledge and understanding further and contribution.