Looking after your mental health over the summer break - how SilverCloud Wales can help

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As schools break up and the summer holidays begin, many families feel the pressure to create that ‘perfect’ summer. But despite the sunshine and the endless stream of smiling snapshots on social media, the season can bring real mental health challenges for parents, students and young people alike.

The true cost of summer

It should be a time to recharge your batteries, but for many parents, summer becomes a financial juggling act. Days out, childcare, and the pressure to keep kids entertained all add up. A recent blog by Mental Health UK highlights how this mounting expectation can lead to stress, guilt, and anxiety. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by money worries this summer, our Space from Money Worries programme offers supportive tools to manage financial stress and its impact on your mental wellbeing.

Summer stress and burnout for parents

School holidays often mean parents must stretch themselves thin - balancing work, childcare, and the emotional needs of their children. Mind points out that this can result in heightened stress, fatigue, and feelings of isolation. SilverCloud’s Space from Stress programme is designed to help adults manage daily pressures, build resilience, and regain a sense of calm, even during the busiest months of the year. There’s no need to keep to appointments, and you can take your programme with you on your phone or tablet when you travel. Do it when and where you want.

Support for students and teens

The long break from school can be a double-edged sword for young people. Without the structure and social connection of term time, some students may experience a dip in mood, motivation, or self-esteem. Our Space from Low Mood and Space from Anxiety programmes for 16–18 year-olds offer flexible, digital support that’s designed to be discreet, relatable, and easy to use. We also provide specific support for parents through our Supporting an Anxious Child / Teen programmes.

If you’re a student looking for more practical ways to support your wellbeing this summer, check out these Best For You summer wellbeing tips from the NHS.

You're not alone

Summer holidays can amplify feelings of loneliness or worry - especially for those already managing mental health conditions. SilverCloud offers a wide range of evidence-based, online CBT programmes that you can access for free - anytime, from anywhere - through NHS Wales.

This summer, don’t struggle in silence. Whether you’re a parent under pressure, a teen feeling low, or a student looking for balance, SilverCloud is here to support you.

Explore the programmes today and make mental wellbeing a priority this summer: https://nhswales.silvercloudhealth.com/signup/

Published: 04/07/2025