Depression

Helping children with depression

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 episode before…

How to talk to your child about mental health

As a parent, teacher or carer it’s vital to talk to your child about mental health, whether they suffer from a mental health condition or not.  Establishing an open, ongoing…

5 ways to raise awareness about child mental health

At Nip in the Bud, we provide detailed resources, fact sheets and short films about child mental health conditions. Here we explore 5 ways to raise awareness of child mental…

How bullying can affect long term mental health in children

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 anxiety and depression?…

Helping teachers recognise mental health conditions in children

Teachers are very well placed to recognise mental health conditions in children. Because they see their pupils every weekday, teachers are able to witness the small changes in a child’s…