Videos and DVDs
A list of all video resources held by Health
Scotland Library categorised by topic.
Quick links on this page:
Adolescents
Alcohol misuse
Breastfeeding
Cancer
Children
Dental/Oral health
Drug misuse
Ethnic and Minority Groups
Health education/Health promotion
Health services
Hearing impairment
Immunisation
Learning disabilities
Mental Health
Nutrition
Occupational health
Older people
Patient information
Pregnancy
Physical activity
Sexual health
Smoking
Adolescents
NHS Health Scotland(2008). Youth voices: issues and solutions for health services [DVD]. Edinburgh : NHS Health Scotland
Human Relations Media (2007). Caution: teenager under construction [DVD]. Stowmarket: Boulton-Hawker Films
Suitable for students aged 11-14. Discusses the enormous emotional, social and developmental changes that accompany adolescence. Includes a detailed teacher's resource guide.
Channel 4 (2006). Being different and that's my life [DVD]. London : Channel 4 Television
Being Different. We are all different. Some differences are small but significant, whilst others are more obvious and have a big impact. In this series of funny and touching video diaries, young people from across the country explain why they feel different from others, and how being different affects them. (5 x 10-minute programmes). That's my life. These films feature young disabled people talking about themselves, their lives and relationships. (5 x 5-minute programmes). [Abstract taken from DVD cover] Suitable for 7-14 year olds.
Coleman John (2006).Teenagers in the family: skills for parents. [DVD]. Dawson Films.
This film has been created to assist parents understand teenage behaviour and development. The film includes a number of acted scenarios, followed by discussion among a panel of experts. The film covers six main topics: Understanding teenagers, Problems at school, Unsuitable friends, Talking about sex, Staying safe, Changing families. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Video Education Australasia (2004). Resilience : bouncing back [DVD and support notes]. Stowmarket: Boulton-Hawker Films
Aimed at students aged 10-13. Uses a teenage presenter and a puppet 'friend' to explore what it means to be resilient, interspersed with comments from young people. The programme shows how important it is to have the following three things in everyone's life: someone to care; something to do; and something to hope for. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Video Education Australasia (2001). A to Z of risk : a young person's guide [DVD and support notes]. Stowmarket: Boulton-Hawker Films
Divided into 26 fast-paced segments of drama, fact, personal stories and insights, to help students focus on and discuss issues associated with risk-taking behaviour.
Flower of Scotland (1995). Your life - your decision. Ellon: Cinecosse
[A lifestyle video which every Scottish teenager should see – taken from video sleeve.]
Alcohol misuse
PBC (2007). Get your head round it! Drug and alcohol education. [DVD] Huddersfield: PBC
Short films and lessons plans based around drug and alcohol issues for young people. Suitable for ages 13-19. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Alpha Films (2006). Drugs and alcohol. [DVD] Ipswich: Alpha Films
Contains four programmes: Drugs...a simple choice?; Have a good time; Alcohol in the dock; and Learning together. Copy 10006861 also contains a CD-ROM with presentation notes.
YOUNG VOICE [2006]. Just one more…young people explore parental alcohol misuse. [DVD] Surrey: Young Voice
London Bus Theatre Company (2005). 'Kick it' binge drinking. [DVD] London: London Bus Theatre Company
A short, sharp dvd that hits the mark about the dangers of binge drinking. Based around the theme of soccer techniques this dvd delivers a powerful anti-binge drinking message for both boys and girls. The dvd expertly covers topics such as alcohol and health issues, peer pressure and personal safety. (Running time 9 minutes) [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Red Rose Chain (2005). Under the influence : a film promoting alcohol awareness. [DVD] Ipswich: Red Rose Chain
A Red Rose Chain film and resource pack promoting alcohol awareness. DVD: Under the influence is a unique short film developed, written by and starring young people from the CYPDS Project in Leiston. Guidance notes: Concise, easy to use presentation cards with suggestions for exercises, areas of discussion and information about alcohol. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Video Education Australasia (2004). Binge drinking. [DVD and support notes] Stowmarket: Boulton-Hawker Films [also available on VIDEO]
Suitable for students aged 13-plus. Looks at the problem of alcoholic binge drinking and its associated risks. (Running time 22 minutes)
Alpha Films (2003). Have a good time. Ipswich: Alpha Films.
Aims Media (1995). Alcohol and your mind and body series : alcohol and the mind. [DVD] Bristol : Viewtech
Suitable for age 15 years and over.
Aims Media (1995). Alcohol and your mind and body series : alcohol and your body. [DVD] Bristol : Viewtech
Suitable for age 15 years and over.
Walt Disney Productions (1979). Understanding alcohol use and abuse. [DVD - animation] Bristol : Viewtech
Suitable for age 13 years and over.
Breastfeeding
GLOVER, Rebecca (2006). Follow me Mum: the key to successful breastfeeding [DVD]. Burswood, Western Australia: Tapestry Films
INCH, Sally (2005). Breastfeeding: the essentials. [DVD] Bristol: Mark-It Television
Health Education Board for Scotland (1999). The natural thing to do? Mothers talk about breastfeeding [Video and booklet]. Health Education Board for Scotland
INJOY VIDEOS (1998). Teen breastfeeding: the natural choice. Injoy Productions
Cancer
Video Education Australasia (2003). Real smart about sun protection [DVD]. Stowmarket: Boulton-Hawker Films
Uses a humorous approach to raise students' awareness of the importance of sun protection and dispel the notion that having a tan is 'cool'. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Committee (2002). Breast screening: what a relief! [BSL Signed video]. Dundee: Dundee Media Action.
Oral Cancer Awareness Group (2000). Oral cancer: prevention and detection for the primary health care team. Glasgow: University of Glasgow Dental School.
McCormack, Valerie (2000). Testicular self-examination. Buzzard: McCormack.
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... breast cancer. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... cancer of the prostate. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
Children
BBC (2006). Staying safe and healthy. [DVD] London: BBC Active
Suitable for ages 5-7.
SKLAIR, Jessie (2006). The big change: children talk about the move from primary to secondary school. Surrey:Young Voice.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Scottish Executive & other (2004). Starting well : health demonstration project Wark Clements.
Scottish Health Promoting Schools Unit and Scottish Network for Able Pupils (2003). Emotional intelligence [Video and conference report]. Dundee: Scottish Health Promoting Schools Unit.
Report of a conference held in the University of Glasgow 21 June 2003, hosted by the Scottish Health Promoting Schools Unit and the Scottish Network for Able Pupils.
Wetton, Noreen and Collins, Margaret (1999). Rosie's world. Edinburgh: Health Education Board for Scotland.
A primary school health education resource explaining mental health and social health issues. [taken from video sleeve.]
Dental/Oral health
NHS Health Scotland (2007). How to protect your child's teeth. Edinburgh: NHS HealthScotland
Christie Entertainment Inc. (2002). The smile guide dental health series : dental care for children age 3-12 [DVD]. Bristol : Viewtech
University of Southampton (1999). Looking after young teeth. Bristol: Viewtech Film & Video.
Drug misuse
Dramatic Media(2007). Deadline: a programme that explores social issues associated with young people and drugs [DVD and booklet]. Wyboston: Dramatic Media.
O'Neill, John (2006). Uppers and downers : the facts about stimulants and depressants [DVD]. New York : Human Relations Media.
This DVD explains how stimulants and depressants affect the body and brain, and how abuse of them can cause serious harm. The programme combines factual information and interviews with recovering addicts and drug education counsellors. Suitable for age 13 and over. Running time 16 minutes. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Exchange Supplies and University of Paisley (2005). The injecting process : understanding viral transmission [DVD]. Sledge. [NOT SUITABLE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE]
Ives, Richard and Stone, Nick (2005). i2d: a drug education video for young people [DVD]. Norfolk: Educari.
Channel 4 (2003). The good health guide to drugs. Channel 4 Television.
These three highly acclaimed programmes explain to children what drugs are, the effects they can have, as well as how they can resist peer pressure and take responsibility for their own actions. [Abstract taken from video sleeve]
Kay, James et al (2001). What drugs look like: Healthwise.
Shows a wide range of legal and illegal drugs including cannabis, cocaine, heroin and solvents, together with demonstrations of methods used in their preparation and the accompanying paraphernalia including syringes, crack pipes and bongs [Abstract taken from video sleeve]
National Inhalant Prevention Coalition (1999). Educate: creating inhalant abuse awareness together. National Inhalant Prevention Coalition, U.S.
Ethnic and Minority Groups
Alpha Films [2006]. Just listen…equality and diversity [DVD]. Ipswich: Alpha Films
Contains five interviews that can be played individually. The interviews cover the following topics: racism - Ibrahim's story of personal tragedy dispels many of the myths that exist about refugees and asylum seekers; religion - Clair is a Muslim and tells how lack of understanding leads to prejudice towards other religions; disability - Linda is a wheelchair user and talks about how people treat her differently; gender - Alice is a transvestite and describes how trans-gendered people often have to live with abuse and ridicule; and sexuality - Mick is gay and has been attacked because of it, he talks of the stress that hiding your true identity brings.
Jewers, Tony (1999). Discrimination [DVD]. Essex : Tony Jewers Production
This DVD has proved to be very popular with PHSE teachers. This new edition shows comparisons, changes and trends with statistics from earlier years. The programme deals with discrimination in three separate parts: Sex discrimination, Race discrimination, other forms of discrimination. The DVD has several natural breaks to allow classroom discussion through all three sections. Included with the DVD are statistics, guideline 'notes for teachers' and advice on Equal Opportunites Policies. The DVD runs for approx 26 minutes. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Health education/Health promotion
Channel 4 (2003). The good health guide to eating, drinking, working, resting and playing. London: Channel 4 Television.
These magazine-style programmes give information and positive advice to help children make informed choices and decisions. Children speak to each other about issues and lifestyles in a humorous and direct way. [Abstract taken from video sleeve- also available on DVD]
Health Education Board for Scotland (2002). HEBS campaign showreel: adult, parental, think about it, August 2002. Edinburgh: Health Education Board for Scotland.
Channel 4 (1999). Health education collection : Crunch time - dental health and the good health guide to eating, drinking, working, resting and playing. [DVD]. London: Channel 4 Television
Suitable for 7-11 year olds
Health Education Board for Scotland (1999). Think about it showreel. Edinburgh: Health Education Board for Scotland [A compilation of HEBS TV advertisements – also available on CD-ROM]
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about…controlling your weight. [DVD] London: Video Arts
Health services
Queen’s Nursing Institute Scotland and Scottish Executive Health Department (2005). 'Nae risk'. Fife: Id-Ba Productions.
Interactive training DVD.
Hearing impairment
Robinson, Kathy and McKeown, Simon (2000). Best of both worlds : an exciting video revealing all aspects of hearing loss, deafness, Sign Language and Deaf culture. British Broadcasting Corporation.
Bravin, Phil (2000). Cochlear implants : covering the basics. San Diego, California: Dawn Pictures.
Mansfield, Jill (1999). To hear or not to hear : videotape on what it's like to be deaf and how you can help (part 1). Jill Mansfield.
Mansfield, Jill (1999). I'm only deaf : videotape on what it's like to be deaf and how you can help (part 2) (Video and booklet). Jill Mansfield.
Allsop, Lorna (1988). British sign language: a beginner's guide. BBC Enterprises Ltd.
Immunisation
Department of Health (2006). Immunisation: why our children must be protected. [DVD] Barraclough Productions
Health Promotion England (2001). MMR - the big questions: a Q&A session for health professionals on the MMR vaccine hosted by Sankha Guha. London: Health Promotion England.
Learning disabilities
Alpha Films (2006). Just listen...learning disabilities [DVD]. Alpha Films
Also contains a CD-ROM with presentation ideas. The people interviewed in this programme talk frankly about their experiences and the problems they encounter. The interviews look at the prejudices people have, the stereotypes that have been created and where such opinions come from. Each interviewee also talks about how they would like society to change. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Ball, Bill and Hawksford, Liz and others (1999). Playback: looking through disability. Video resource pack. Edinburgh: Playback.
Mental Health
Britto, Darryl J (2007). Everything you always wanted to know about depression [DVD]. Huddersfield : Time Trappers
Alpha Films (2006). Just listen...mental health [DVD]. Alpha Films
Also contains a CD-ROM with presentation notes. A series of interviews that give personal insights into mental health issues. The people interviewed talk frankly about their experiences and the problems they encountered. Their stories will open up closed opportunities and most importantly closed minds. Some of their lives may be different but too many people think different also means wrong. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Channel 4 (2006). Mental health. [DVD] London: 4 Ventures Limited
Contains 3 programmes: Losing it; Winning the mind game; and Without you.
Channel 4 (2005). A-Z of your head. [DVD] Brighton: Lambent Productions
Suitable for 14-19 year olds. Looks at the variety of mental health issues that affect young people. Tries to de-stigmatise mental health problems and encourage young people to talk openly about their feelings. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland (2005). Living with suicide. Perth: Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland
Mental Health Media (2004). Open up : Mental Health Media's anti-discrimination toolkit [DVD and booklet]. London : Mental Health Media
Channel 4 (2003). Off limits : losing it. Channel 4 Television. (Drama designed to help young people, and those working with them, to identify, understand, and overcome the factors that affect mental health – taken from video sleeve.)
PND Training (2003). Understanding postnatal depression. Surrey: PND Productions.
Leeds Animation Workshop (2002). Grief in the family (Video and booklet). Leeds: Leeds Animation Workshop.
Mental Health Media (2001). Behind the symptoms : understanding children’s mental health. London: Mental Health Media.
Mental Health Media (2000). Mann ki Baat: a video about mental health for Asian communities (available in English, Punjabi and Urdu). London: Mental Health Media.
North Birmingham Mental Health NHS Trust (2000). Talking about suicide : a family drama (available in Gujurat, Punjabi and Bengali with English subtitles). London: Mental Health Media.
Swings & Roundabouts (2000). Insight in mind : poetic and vivid perspectives of mania and depression (Video and booklet). Nottingham: Swings & Roundabouts.
Mental Health Media (1999). Myths about madness: challenging stigma and changing attitudes. London: Mental Health Media.
Wetton, Noreen and Collins, Margaret (1999). Rosie's world. Health Education Board for Scotland. (A primary school health education resource explaining mental health and social health issues.)
Eli Lilly (1999). Schizophrenia: staying in the community: a video for service users and carers. Eli Lilly.
Berry, David (1997). Living with schizophrenia (Video and booklet). London: PRiSM. ISBN 0950028932.
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... anxiety, phobias and panic attacks. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... depression. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... stress. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
BBC (1995). Hearing voices. London: BBC Videos for Education & Training.
Nutrition
FOOD & HEALTH ALLIANCE (2007) Recipe for a healthier Scotland : the implementation of the Scottish Diet Action Plan since 1996. [DVD]. Food and Health Alliance
MILNER Fenwick (2007).Nutrition : healthy eating for life [DVD]. Timonium, Maryland: Milner Fenwick
Re-Source Films [2006]. Better health through better eating [DVD]. Huntingdon: Quantum Leap
CAMBRIDGE EDUCATIONAL (2005) Junk food wards [DVD]. New Jersey: Films Media Group
NHS Forth Valley (2003). The healthy tuckshop guide. Small Majority Productions.
Viewtech Educational Media (2002). Diet and disease in modern society [DVD]. Victoria : Video Education Australasia
Aimed at 13-18 year olds
NHS Greater Glasgow and Glasgow City Council (2001). Fruit plus : Fruit in schools partnership: Pre five school pack. Glasgow: NHS Greater Glasgow.
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Occupational health
Health Education Board for Scotland (1999). Risk assessment approach at work: video recorded at the Health Education Board for Scotland, 24th September 1999. Edinburgh: Health Education Board for Scotland.
[Reference copy - for use in the library only]
Older people
Mental Health Media (2004). Valuing experience: older people and mental health. London: Mental Health Media.
Health Education Board for Scotland (2003). Taking positive steps to avoid trips and falls (Video and booklet) Edinburgh: Health Education Board for Scotland.
Department of Trade and Industry (1999). Step up to safety: Avoiding slips, trips and broken hips: Information for older people on how to use the stairs safely. London: Health Promotion England.
Patient information
Western Isles, Partners in Change Project (2002). The price we pay : the patient’s journey from remote and rural areas of Scotland (Video and leaflet). Phoenix Films.
Garden, Graeme (2000). What you really need to know about... Parkinson's disease : a video for caring professionals. [DVD] London : Video Arts
Health Education Board for Scotland (1999). Stroke matters: making sense of stroke and facing the future. Edinburgh: Health Education Board for Scotland
Health Education Board for Scotland (1997). Don't lose heart: a video resource pack: returning to everyday life after a heart attack. Health Education Board for Scotland.
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... contraception. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... insulin dependent diabetes. [DVD] London: Video Arts
Garden, Graeme (1996). What you really need to know about... strokes. [DVD] London: Video Arts
[Also available on video]
Physical activity
Paths to Health (2003). Paths to health. Paths to Health (Walking for health).
Uitgeverij Fysio Educatief (2001). The class moves: De klas beweegt. Amsterdam: Fysio Educatief.
Pregnancy
DAVID GARRIGUS (2005). Just a beginning: prenatal care for teens. Wilmington: David Garrigus. ISBN 1892634120
Shelf Mark: V 618.2 DAV
Loud Mouth Educational Theatre Company (2000). Trust me manual: a video and teaching manual on teenage pregnancy and contraception. Combe Park: Multimedia, Education and Training
Greater Pollock Partnership (1999). At that age. Glasgow: Red Index
Using the acting skills of a group of young actors and actresses from the Greater Pollok area, ‘At that age’ is a short drama that explores some of the myths and legends that surround teenage pregnancy.
Red Rose Chain (1998). Four carrier bags and a buggy [DVD]. Ipswich: Red Rose Chain
Sexual health and well-being
Human Relations Media (USA) (2007). Understanding HIV and AIDS [DVD]. Stowmarket: Boulton-Hawker Films
Suitable for students aged 11-14. Covers the following issues: HIV basics; HIV transmission; protection from HIV; treatment; getting tested; and making healthy choices.
Life Support Productions (2007). Kylie's private world Life Support Productions
Sex education DVD for women with learning disabilities. [Also available on VHS]
Life Support Productions (2007). Jason’s private world Life Support Productions
Sex education DVD for men with learning disabilities. [Also available on VHS]
PBC (2007). Get your head round it! Sexual health and relationships [DVD] Huddersfield: PBC
Suitable for ages 13-19
Channel 4 (2006). All about us : living and growing [DVD]. Birmingham : Television Junction
Suitable for 5-11 year olds.
Channel 4 (2006). Sex and relationships. [DVD]. London: 4Ventures Ltd
Suitable for 11-19 year olds. Contains four sections: In my experience; Growing up gay; More than love; and Sex, love and video diaries
Classroom Video, Australia (2006). Sexually transmitted infections : what we can't see [DVD]. Boulton-Hawker Films
Suitable for students aged 14-plus. Explains the different types of sexually transmitted infections, the possible consequences of contracting them, safe sex strategies to avoid contracting them, and what to do if you think you might be infected. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
Young, John (2005). You, your body and puberty. [DVD] New York: Human Relations Media
Suitable for ages 11-14.
Channel 4 (2004). Life stuff : the A-Z of love and sex [DVD]. Brighton : Lambent Productions, 2004
Suitable for 14-19 year olds. Contains 3 programmes: Thinking about love and sex?; Everything you are afraid to ask; Mainly about respect.
Channel 4 (2003). Off limits : the A-Z of love and sex. Channel 4 Television.
Wright, Steve (2003). Love bites [DVD]. Huddersfield: the Wright Stuff
Suitable for age 13and over
Athena Information Management (2002). Sex and sensibility [Video pack]. Worcester: Athena Information Management
Consolidated Productions (1986). What's happening to me? [DVD - animation]. Bristol: Viewtech
Suitable for age 9-13
Smoking
Human Relations Media, USA (2007). Tobacco and death : perfect together [DVD]. Boulton-Hawker Films
Suitable for students aged 13-plus. Graphically demonstrates to viewers the many dangers of smoking and provides a hard-hitting 'no-use' message. Interviews of people whose lives have been ravaged by tobacco use are intertwined with actual images of diseased lungs, damaged hearts etc., to provide a true picture of the effects of tobacco. However, it is emphasised that young smokers are not doomed to an early death - stopping smoking allows the body to repair itself and reverse the damage smoking has done. [Abstract taken from DVD cover]
London Bus Theatre Company (2002). 'Kick it' smoking. London: London Bus Theatre Company.
[Available on video and DVD]
TRIKOJUS, Tom (2000). Not fatal butt…the effects of just one cigarette. [DVD] Victoria: Video Education Australasia
DISNEY EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTIONS (1990). If I'm lyin'...I'm dyin' : a story about smoking [DVD]. Bristol: Viewtech
Suitable for age 9-13