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When children struggle, the causes aren't always obvious. Difficult behaviours often signal that something in their world feels overwhelming - whether at home, at school, or online. This collection helps you understand the different pressures children face.

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Article: The impact of parental alcohol addiction on children

Amy Dickson from NACOA talks about growing up with a parent’s drinking, and how early support and open conversations help children cope, connect and t…
Environment

Article: Community and Resilience in Children’s Mental Health

Discover how community strengthens children’s mental wellbeing, gaining insights from our podcast conversations with experts working with young refugees.…
Environment Early Intervention

Article: 5 Ways To Raise Awareness About Child Mental Health

Learn five practical ways to raise awareness of child mental health, from education and open conversations to finding support and challenging stigma.
Stigma

Article: A father’s experience with school bullying

Teacher and educationist, Alis Rocca looks at the impact of school bullying on children and young people and shares insights from our conversations with…
Bullying Anxiety School Life EBSA School Avoidance

Article: Verbal Abuse: Why words can hurt

Verbal abuse leaves no visible bruises but can deeply damage a child's sense of self. Learn why it's so hard to talk about, and why breaking the silence…
Bullying Home Life

Article: Understanding Bullying

If everyone is educated to spot and understand what bullying is and to feel clear about the different ways to get help that are available, bullying is…
Bullying Anxiety

Article: How bullying affects childrens long-term mental health

It's no secret that bullying can affect mental health in children. But did you know that the effect of bullying can lead to long-term conditions such as…
Bullying Anxiety Depression

Article: Signs a Child is Being Bullied

Recognising the signs of bullying early is crucial for protecting your child's wellbeing, or a pupil in your classroom.
Bullying Anxiety

Article: How to Tell Your Child About Breast Cancer: Age-Appropriate Strategies for Parents

Practical advice for parents on talking to children about breast cancer, including tips for supporting children with mental health conditions or learning…
Home Life Grief

Article: Stigma and Autism: A grandmother shares her experience

The personal experience and journey of a grandmother whose granddaughter was diagnosed as Autistic.
Stigma Autism

Article: What is Emotionally Based School Avoidance

The current levels of absences suggest that school is a challenging environment for many children; rather than focusing on attendance for its own sake,…
School Avoidance Anxiety EBSA

Article: Staying Safe Online: A guide for Parents

In this digital age, staying safe online is a priority for anyone who has access to an internet-enabled device. It’s particularly critical for parents…
Online Harm

Article: Sunday Anxiety

Anxiety can look and feel different for each child, particularly if they have a pre-existing mental health or neurodevelopmental condition.
School Avoidance Anxiety EBSA

Article: Moving towards a smartphone free childhood

This article summarises the Nip in the Bud Podcast on how to move towards a smartphone free childhood and focuses on the pressures felt by children, parents…
Bullying Anxiety Online Harm

Article: How grief and loss can affect child mental health

For young children, grief can be especially confusing, and every child reacts differently. It’s important that we, as teachers and professionals, create…
Grief

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  • Challenges
    • School Avoidance
    • Bullying
    • Online Harm
    • Grief and Loss
    • Stigma and discrimination
    • Environment
    • Challenging Behaviours
  • Toolkit
    • Calming Techniques
    • Early Intervention
    • Home Life
    • School Life
    • Lived Experience
    • Ask Dr Bettina
    • Support Hub
  • Neurodivergence
    • ADHD
    • Autism
    • Dyslexia
    • Dyscalculia
    • Dyspraxia
    • Tourette Syndrome
  • Mental Health
    • Depression
    • OCD
    • Trauma
    • Eating Disorders
    • Self Harm
    • Anxiety
    • Conduct Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Body Dysmorphic Disorder
  • About us
    • Meet the Team
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