wellbeing

Five ways to support your child’s mental health while home learning

Restrictions in the UK have had a huge impact on schools and the education system ever since the first lockdown in March 2020, with schools closing, exams being cancelled and…

How yoga for children helps mental health

Yoga for children is becoming more widely adopted in many schools because of the fantastic impact it has on pupils. Not only does yoga for children improve physical health, it…

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…

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…

Breathing techniques for anxiety in children

Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health problems identified in children. Estimates of the rates of prevalence vary greatly from 8% to 27% lifetime prevalence by age…

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…

What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is the main type of Conduct Disorder in children aged ten years and under. It is characterised by repetitive and persistent patterns of antisocial, aggressive or…

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…