Dr Lisa Honeyman is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and families for the past 30 years. She is qualified…
Dr Lisa Honeyman is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and families for the past 30 years. She is qualified…
He has been awarded an OBE and CBE by the Queen for services to children with Special Needs. In 2017 he was entered into “Who’s Who” in acknowledgement…
Autism spectrum condition (ASC), is the preferred name for what is formally known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASC is not technically a mental health…
Autistic people will often, but certainly not always, experience some mental health challenges. It is estimated that around 70% of autistic people have…
One of the things that we, as a research group, have been really interested in understanding is what happens to autistic children with coexisting or co-occurring…
Nip in the Bud has produced four short early intervention films to explain the steps parents/carers can take to help a child who they suspect may be struggling…
Dr Julia Thomas explains the kind of symptoms the parent might see in a child who might have a mental health condition. And why it’s important to, as soon…
Parents can benefit from speaking to teaching staff so they can discuss the child from each of their different points of view. The school might suggest…
If the discussion between parents, the school and the GP establish that the child has special needs, this film explains how the parents, SENCO and Teacher…
In this film, Usman talks about his approach to the experience as a father caring for a child living on the Autism Spectrum. This is part of our longer…
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) is a lifelong developmental difference that influences how a child communicates, interacts, and experiences the world.…
Neurodiversity is a concept that aims to recognise and celebrate neurological differences in the same way as other variations in humans. For example, some…
A child with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is likely to experience both intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours (compulsions).…
Conduct disorders are characterised by repetitive and persistent patterns of antisocial, aggressive or defiant behaviour that is more frequent and severe…
Around 1.25 million people in the UK suffer from eating disorders. These disorders can cause serious harm, both physically and emotionally, and they have…
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…
Many children experience difficult or frightening events. Most recover well with the right care
and support, but some may continue to feel anxious or on…
In this film Olivia gives an honest and detailed account of her personal experience of the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) which she had since the…
Autism spectrum condition (ASC) in children is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a child communicates, interacts, and learns. It's characterized…
For young children, grief can be especially confusing, and every child reacts differently. It’s important that we, as teachers and professionals, create…
Bullying can have a life-long impact on children, and so it's vital that parents and carers recognise when their child is being bullied and know how to…
Early diagnosis and spotting the signs that a girl may have autism is key, and Professor Barry Carpenter shares helpful ways to recognise these and respond…
The hidden disabilities sunflower is a symbol that you or your child can wear to let people know you have a disability which might not be immediately obvious…
Teachers spend many hours with the children in their care and are well placed to notice if a child is struggling. To support a child, it’s advisable for…
A Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) is a qualified teacher within a school who is responsible for overseeing provision for students with special…
Our film explores what dyslexia is and how it might feel to have dyslexia.
This factsheet explores signs of dyslexia. This introductory factsheet contains…
Autism is defined as a neurodevelopmental rather than a mental health condition. This means that it is present from early on in life. It is not an illness…
Charlie shares how important it is to get a diagnosis early on and to find out what makes you happy, whilst his Dad, Dan explains how his son has learned…