mental health

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…

Teaching resilience skills to children

Why are resilience skills important? Mental health problems in children are quite common. About one in ten children aged between five and sixteen are diagnosed with a problem every year…

Empowering teachers to talk about mental health

At Nip in the Bud, we’re empowering teachers to talk about mental health! We provide free resources for parents, teachers and carers about common child mental health conditions.  These resources…

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. In fact, a panic attack is usually…

Nip in the Bud Child Mental Health Charity turns 3!

Nip in the Bud Child Mental Health Charity is celebrating! This week, on 27 November, is the third anniversary of the launch of Nip in the Bud, Learning about Children’s…

Why ADHD can go undiagnosed

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder. It is characterised by difficulties in the areas of attention, level of activity and impulse control. For a diagnosis, these core symptoms…

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 whose children use iPads, mobile…

Breast Cancer Awareness – Talking To Children About Cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month in the UK. It’s important to raise awareness of the symptoms of breast cancer in women and men, so people know what to look…

How to support back to school anxieties

Different experiences It’s important to remember that children have had hugely different experiences during school holidays. Some children who experience anxiety normally may experience a break from everyday triggers for…

Mental Health Support for Parents

At Nip in the Bud, the majority of our information focuses on child mental health conditions. We outline the most common issues that can occur in children with clear and…

5 Ways to Help Manage OCD

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a serious condition that can majorly disrupt the lives of young people and their families. In this blog we look at ways to help manage…

How grief and loss can affect child mental health

Grief and loss can affect child mental health in a number of ways. All children will experience some impact from losing a parent or loved one. Usually, with the right…