Article: How to talk to your child about mental health
By creating an open, ongoing dialogue, we can encourage children to develop a healthy and informed view of mental health.
Article: Managing children's anxiety about coronavirus
This article was posted at the height of the Covid pandemic but still has useful tips for helping children cope with the anxiety that global health events…
Article: Fine at school, falling apart at home: autism, masking and PDA
On one side, a child who appears calm and compliant. On the other, the pressure of a day spent hiding how much they are struggling — a pressure that can,…
Article: Self-harm in children: what you need to know
Self-harm in children can be frightening to discover and difficult to understand. Knowing what drives it — and what actually helps — makes it easier to…
Article: What is oppositional defiant disorder?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is the main type of Conduct Disorder in children aged ten years and under. It is characterised by repetitive and persistent…
Article: Back to school anxiety – what to look for and how to help
Worried about back-to-school anxiety? Learn the signs to watch for, understand your child’s fears, and discover practical ways to support a smoother return…
Article: Why eating disorders in young children are easy to miss
Eating disorders can affect even very young children, often long before weight changes appear. This piece explores early behavioural signs, the risks for…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Article: How to Help a Fussy Eater: Building Healthy Eating Habits in Children
Discover practical, low‑pressure ways to support healthier eating in children. Learn how routines, involvement, and a positive food environment build confidence…
Article: What is ARFID?
Understand the signs of ARFID in children, how it affects eating and anxiety, and when to seek professional help.
Article: How Loneliness and Secrecy Deepen Self‑Harm Struggles in Young People
Children experiencing loneliness or secrecy around their emotions may turn to harmful coping strategies. By creating openness and safety, adults can help…
Article: OCD and BDD Overlap in Children and Young People
A reflection on our conversation about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) in children and young people with consultant…
Article: Signs of a panic attack
If you’re not familiar with the signs of a panic attack, it may seem as though it has come from nowhere, without warning.
Article: Helping young people manage stress
By providing young people with the tools to manage their stress, we can encourage them to take action themselves before they reach the point of feeling…
Article: Helping children with depression
By understanding risk factors for depression and supporting children to meet these challenges, we can encourage better mental health outcomes.
Article: Key signs of depression in children
Depression in children affects around 2.8% of people under the age of 13 and 5.6% of 13-18-year-olds. An estimated 20% of people will have had one depressive…