Articles about helping children with emotional wellbeing
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Article: Five ways to support your child’s mental health while home learning
Home learning can be challenging for children and parents alike. This piece shares five supportive ways to protect your child’s mental health — from listening…
Published: 22nd Jan 2021
Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Article: No such thing as too young
Eating disorders can affect even very young children, often long before weight changes appear. This piece explores early behavioural signs, the risks for…
Published: 23rd Feb 2022
Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Article: Mental Health Support for Parents
Parents supporting a child with mental health difficulties also need care and understanding. This piece explores practical ways to look after your own…
Published: 28th Jul 2020
Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Article: Trauma in Children
Trauma affects children in many different ways, and it’s their experience-not the event itself-that determines the impact. This piece explores common signs…
Published: 16th Apr 2023
Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Updated: 11th Mar 2026
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Article: What is the difference between equality and equity in schools?
Explore the difference between equality and equity in schools, with insights from our podcast conversation on celebrating diversity. This piece shows how…
Article: 5 Ways to Help Manage OCD
OCD can significantly disrupt a child’s daily life, but there are practical ways to help. This piece explores five supportive strategies for managing OCD…
Published: 23rd Jul 2020
Updated: 5th Mar 2026
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Updated: 5th Mar 2026
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Article: Inclusion for every neurodiverse child
Explore what true inclusion means for neurodiverse and mentally diverse children. This piece looks at the barriers young people face, the impact of mental…
Published: 16th Nov 2022
Updated: 5th Mar 2026
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Updated: 5th Mar 2026
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Article: From Exclusion to Oxford: Tier Blundell’s mission to reduce school exclusions in the UK
Following our podcast conversation with Tier Blundell, this piece shares how unrecognised ADHD and racism led to his school exclusion, and how he went…
Article: Homeschooling and Neurodiversity: Scott Mair’s Family Story
Following our podcast conversation with father of seven, Scott Mair, this piece explores his family’s journey through bullying, supporting neurodivergent…
Article: How Can I Talk to My Child About Their Mental Health?
Practical ideas for talking to your child about their feelings, building trust, and creating safe, calm spaces for honest conversations about mental h…
Published: 26th Nov 2025
Updated: 4th Mar 2026
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Updated: 4th Mar 2026
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Article: Support for fathers of children with additional needs
Michael Charles runs a Dads Group for parents of children with additional needs. He reflects on the challenges fathers face, the value of shared experience,…
Article: Challenging misconceptions about autism in children
This article explores how we talk about autism, why early understanding matters, and how to support autistic children with their strengths and challenges.…
Published: 12th Mar 2023
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: Common Myths About OCD
This article explores common myths about OCD and replaces them with clear, accurate facts. It explains what OCD really is, how it affects children and…
Published: 20th May 2020
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: How to help teachers and parents to celebrate diversity and inclusion
This article summarises the key points from our podcast episode with Lauren Whitaker, exploring how teachers and parents can celebrate diversity and support…
Article: The Importance of Early Intervention: My Story of an Adult Diagnosis of Autism
Discover the importance of early intervention through Jon’s powerful story of an adult autism diagnosis. Learn how missed support in childhood can shape…
Published: 15th Jan 2023
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: Validating your Child’s Feelings
Explore how early empathy and open communication shape children’s long‑term emotional wellbeing. Learn why listening to small problems builds trust, strengthens…
Published: 6th Jun 2023
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: “Adolescence”: How could Early Intervention have changed the outcomes of real life experiences?
Learn how early intervention and emotional literacy can change children’s outcomes, inspired by themes in “Adolescence.” Explore why family connection,…
Published: 28th Mar 2025
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: How Community Builds Resilience and Purpose in Mental Health
Discover how community strengthens children’s mental wellbeing, gaining insights from our podcast conversations with experts working with young refugees.…
Article: Breathing techniques for anxiety in children
Discover easy breathing techniques that help children reduce anxiety, calm their bodies and regain focus. Learn belly breathing, bubble breathing, finger…
Published: 12th Nov 2020
Updated: 2nd Mar 2026
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Updated: 2nd Mar 2026
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Article: What is Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)?
Learn what CAMHS is, how it supports children and young people with their mental health, and the different ways to access help in your local area. Find…
Published: 29th May 2020
Updated: 26th Feb 2026
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Updated: 26th Feb 2026
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Article: What is PDA? (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
Explore PDA through Steph’s experience supporting her daughter, Sasha. Learn why some autistic children show extreme demand avoidance, how flexible approaches…
Published: 28th Oct 2023
Updated: 26th Feb 2026
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Updated: 26th Feb 2026
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Article: Four Years Wiser
Did you know that the number four represents solidity and balance? And if we were celebrating our wedding anniversary, we’d be donning silk? But, in fact,…
Published: 22nd Nov 2021
Updated: 25th Feb 2026
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Updated: 25th Feb 2026
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Article: Understanding reasonable adjustments at school
In this article, we explore what it means to make reasonable adjustments at school, and how to ask for support if a child’s needs aren’t being met.
Published: 17th Feb 2024
Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Article: Overcoming barriers to learning
By creating safe spaces where children, teachers and parents can listen to each other, we can show young people that learning isn’t just about the curriculum…
Published: 5th Feb 2023
Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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