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Article: What is ARFID?
Understand the signs of ARFID in children, how it affects eating and anxiety, and when to seek professional help.
Published: 31st Jan 2025
Updated: 18th Feb 2026
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Updated: 18th Feb 2026
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Article: When to Get Professional Help for My Child?
Learn the signs a child may need mental health support, how to talk to them, and when to seek professional help. Practical guidance for parents and ca…
Published: 26th Nov 2025
Updated: 18th Feb 2026
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Updated: 18th Feb 2026
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Factsheet: Supporting children with ADHD
We can think of ADHD as a lifelong neurotype that shapes how someone thinks, feels, and responds to the world. It is not a flaw; it's a different processing…
Published: 17th Sep 2025
Updated: 14th Feb 2026
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Updated: 14th Feb 2026
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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…
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…
Video: Supporting your pupils through grief
Supporting a grieving pupil can feel daunting - especially when every child responds differently. With 1 in 29 children experiencing the death of a parent,…
Video: Supporting your child through grief
Whether your child is experiencing sadness, anger, confusion, or seems to be “doing fine”, this guide will help you navigate conversations, create safety,…
Video: Bullying at School
Are you a teacher or educator looking for practical strategies to prevent, spot, and respond to bullying in schools? In this video, we share expert guidance…
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…
Published: 5th Apr 2024
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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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…
Published: 5th Feb 2026
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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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…
Published: 19th Jun 2020
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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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.
Published: 28th Jan 2026
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Video: Responding to School Anxiety for Teachers
In this film, Education Consultant Alis Rocca explains what we mean by the term and what teachers, schools and education professionals can do to support…
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…
Published: 21st Oct 2020
Updated: 4th Feb 2026
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Updated: 4th Feb 2026
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Article: Green Time not Screen Time
Reading this you might be a partway into the summer break. Weather might be a mixed bag, and devices might have run out of charge mid scroll.
I’m Charlotte…
Published: 11th Aug 2024
Updated: 30th Jan 2026
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Updated: 30th Jan 2026
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Video: Autism: Tips for Teachers
Certain students may experience difficulties with transitions, requiring adult guidance to begin tasks, while others might seem distracted or absorbed…
Article: Stigma and Autism: A grandmother shares her experience
The personal experience and journey of a grandmother whose granddaughter was diagnosed as Autistic.
Video: School Phobia or EBSA: Tips for Parents
We explore what school phobia and Emotionally-Based School Avoidance really mean and how to recognise why it may be happening.
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,…
Published: 1st Jan 2024
Updated: 27th Jan 2026
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Updated: 27th Jan 2026
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Factsheet: How do you support a child through grief and loss?
Grief is a complex emotional process for anyone, regardless of their age or stage in life. But exploring the reality of death with a child or teenager…
Video: Tips for Parents on SmartPhones and Social Media
It’s normal for most children to have a smartphone these days, but it can be hard to know how to keep them safe online when technology is always evolving.…
Factsheet: Smartphones and Social Media
We need to teach children how to navigate the internet safely and critically, recognise when something isn’t right, and feel confident approaching someone…
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…
Published: 27th Oct 2020
Updated: 26th Jan 2026
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Updated: 26th Jan 2026
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Factsheet: School Phobia and what to do
Emotionally based school avoidance, or EBSA, is a term which is often used to describe children who struggle to go to school because of their anxiety.
Published: 16th Jun 2021
Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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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.
Published: 1st Dec 2020
Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Article: Sunday Anxiety
Anxiety can look and feel different for each child, particularly if they have a pre-existing mental health or neurodevelopmental condition.
Published: 26th Nov 2022
Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Video: Anxiety in Children
This film explains more about the different kinds of anxiety disorders, how to recognise them and how to help a child who has one.
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…
Published: 31st Oct 2022
Updated: 17th Jan 2026
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Updated: 17th Jan 2026
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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.
Published: 11th Dec 2022
Updated: 17th Jan 2026
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Updated: 17th Jan 2026
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