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A young man wearing a hoodie is walking away through a tree lined path.
15th January 2023

The Importance of Early Intervention: My Story of an Adult Diagnosis of Autism

“Whilst I still have a tendency to blame myself for things that aren’t my fault, since my diagnosis, I’ve been able to show myself a little more compassion.”
A teacher talks to a girl in the playground.
31st December 2022

Talking to children about mental health and neurodiversity

By talking to children about mental health and neurodiversity we can help them understand and accept themselves for who they are, and give them the tools to ask for help when they need it.

A child with depression.
11th December 2022

Helping children with depression

By understanding risk factors for depression and supporting children to meet these challenges, we can encourage better mental health outcomes.
A girl lies in her bed looking at the ceiling.
26th November 2022

Sunday anxiety

Anxiety can look and feel different for each child, particularly if they have a pre-existing mental health or neurodevelopmental condition.
A teacher helps a child who looks sad.
16th November 2022

Inclusion for every neurodiverse child

Children should be protected from feeling that their mental health or neurodiversity means that their life is limited, or has less value.
A child leans the face in their hands looking stressed.
31st October 2022

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 they can’t cope.
Child peering through blinds
27th May 2022

How isolation and secrecy fuel the self-harm flames

During Mental Health Awareness month in May 2022 – focused on the role of loneliness – we listened to our experts and those who have been through it to understand…
Child covering their face with hands
23rd February 2022

No such thing as too young

Why cases of eating disorders in children are increasing and where to find help There’s nothing perfect about this particular storm. COVID has left many people isolated and without access…
Child walking through classroom
22nd November 2021

Four years wiser…

Did you know that the number four represents solidity and balance? And if we were celebrating our wedding anniversary, we’d be donning silk?But, in fact, we have reached our fourth…
Child looking to the side
24th August 2021

Back to school anxiety – what to look for and how to help

It’s a time of disruption and heightened emotions for many but what if your child’s anxiety is something to really worry about? Given that many adults still feel the sense…