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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.
Published: 14th Jul 2020
Updated: 31st May 2026
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Updated: 31st May 2026
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Factsheet: Practical classroom tips for neurodivergence and mental health
Here are some simple tips to help accommodate the different needs of children in the classroom
Dr Gordana Milavic
Dr. Milavić is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at the Maudsley Hospital, London. She has over 40 years of experience in acute clinical practice,…
Published: 27th Jun 2026
Updated: 27th Jun 2026
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Updated: 27th Jun 2026
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Video: PTSD in the classroom - Tips for Teachers
In this 4-minute film, Dr Sian Williams gives Tips for Teachers who either have a child or children in their class who are experiencing symptoms of Post-Traumatic…
Video: 11. Managing Negative Feelings
Actor Julie Hesmondhalgh talks through a calming toolkit for your child and explains how to encourage children to reflect on their emotions.
Published: 20th May 2020
Updated: 2nd Apr 2026
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Updated: 2nd Apr 2026
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Factsheet: Identifying Depression at School: Tips For Teachers
Learn the key symptoms of depression in children, how it presents at different ages, and practical steps teachers can take to support pupils and seek help…
Video: Feeling unsure about therapy? Here's what you need to know
Most of our films are made for parents and school staff. This one is different. Created by the UK Trauma Council, it speaks directly to young people who…
Published: 7th Dec 2022
Updated: 12th Mar 2026
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Updated: 12th Mar 2026
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Video: Self Harm in Children
This film sees Dr Sian Williams give parents and carers who discover that their child is self-harming advice and tips to help them feel empowered, and…
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: 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,…
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: 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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Video: Depressive Symptoms: Tips for Teachers
Children who have been exposed to a bereavement, parental divorce or separation, moving house and neighbourhood, family ill health, parental mental illness…
Video: What is Depression in Children?
This film explains how to identify and help a child showing the symptoms of depression.
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…
Published: 23rd Dec 2020
Updated: 16th Jan 2026
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Updated: 16th Jan 2026
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Video: How to spot depression in children
Teachers can support depressed children through careful observation, sensitive classroom adjustments, encouraging friendships, promoting healthy habits,…
Video: Depression and me
This short film features real-life accounts of Depression experienced by young people. Through their words, we see the importance of early intervention…
Published: 20th Oct 2018
Updated: 20th Dec 2025
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Updated: 20th Dec 2025
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Video: Social Media and Body Image
In this film, we speak with children between the ages of 7 and 13 about their online experiences, what they have seen, and what they wish they hadn’t …
Article: Barriers to learning: why children might not be engaged in school
Explore the many reasons children may struggle to engage at school, from sensory overwhelm and neurodivergent needs to anxiety, bullying and life stresses.…
Published: 5th Feb 2023
Updated: 30th Oct 2025
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Updated: 30th Oct 2025
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Factsheet: Can children be depressed?
What to do if you think your child or a child you are caring for is depressed. Signs and symptoms to watch out for, when to refer for extra help, and how…
Transcript: Autism and comorbid conditions in children
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…
Published: 24th Jun 2025
Updated: 27th Jun 2025
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Updated: 27th Jun 2025
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