Children's mental health is crucial for their overall well-being, impacting their physical health, relationships, and education. Early negative experiences, like abuse or neglect, can negatively affect a child's mental health. It's important to recognize the signs of mental health challenges in children and provide appropriate suppor
Early intervention and support are vital
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Mental Health
Children's mental health is crucial for their overall well-being and future success, encompassing emotional, social, and cognitive development. Early intervention and support are vital, as mental health issues can have long-lasting effects if left unaddressed.
Trauma
Understanding trauma and adopting trauma-informed approaches can transform how we support vulnerable children. Rather than asking "What's wrong with this…
10th Feb 2026
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PTSD
This collection of films provides expert guidance on identifying PTSD symptoms, creating safe and supportive environments, managing difficult behaviours…
10th Feb 2026
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Anxiety
Fears and worries are a normal part of a child's development, but anxiety can become a concern when it significantly impacts a child's daily functioning…
9th Feb 2026
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OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions)…
18th Dec 2025
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Challenging Behaviours
When a child shows the above behaviours, as well as more extreme behaviours (including violence, use of weapons, stealing, lying, fire-setting, and cruelty…
5th Dec 2025
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Attachment Disorders
Trauma in children can manifest in various ways, affecting their emotional, behavioral, and physical well-being. Traumatic events, such as accidents, abuse,…
5th Dec 2025
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Self Harm
It can be distressing to learn that your child is self-harming. Learn more about what self-harm is, the signs of self-harm, and what you can do to support…
30th Jul 2025
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Eating Disorders
If you are concerned about your child’s behaviour around food, or they have been diagnosed with an eating disorder, you are not alone. On this page, you…
30th Jul 2025
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Depression
Symptoms of depression in children can include persistent sadness, irritability, loss of interest in activities, changes in sleep or appetite, fatigue,…
30th Jul 2025
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