Supporting social relationships in young people - ReSET School Mental Health

Social Relationships and Mental Health in Adolescents - The Crucial Connection Episode 3 of the ReSET Podcast delves into the bidirectional relationship between social relationships and mental health in adolescents. Host André Tomlin from The Mental Elf, along with experts Pasco Fearon, Lucy Bowes, René Veenstra, and Ros Law, discuss why peer relationships are fundamental during adolescence, how transitions like moving to secondary school impact dynamics, and the importance of both emotional and social skills. The episode introduces the ME and WE strategies for personal and relational wellbeing and emphasises the importance of whole-school approaches and teacher support. Practical interventions and understanding peer dynamics are highlighted as key components to fostering a supportive environment for young people. 00:00 Introduction: The Link Between Mental Health and Relationships 00:57 Welcome to the ReSET Podcast 01:18 The Importance of Peer Relationships 01:54 Expert Insights on Adolescent Social Dynamics 04:12 The Critical Transition to Secondary School 07:19 The Healthy Context Paradox 10:59 ME and WE Strategies for Better Relationships 13:38 Practical Applications and Group Strategies 17:07 Whole School Approaches and Influential Students 22:47 Teacher Training and Support 25:04 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts Find out more about the ReSET project at: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Supporting social relationships in young people - ReSET School Mental Health is an episode from National Elf Service by National Elf Service.

This episode is 27:47 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2026.

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