children's mental health

School Referrals For Children's Mental Health Treatment Rise By A Third, NSPCC Reveals

Worryingly, 183 referrals are made every school day and most come from primary schools.
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Children With Mental Health Problems Need Action Now, Not In 2023

Tinkering around the edges will not tackle the issues young people face
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We Need To Understand Why So Many Children Are Unhappy

With such a rapid rise in demand for mental health services, it’s urgent we understand the causes of poor mental health
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Kids Struggling With Mental Health Told By GPs To 'Pretend Things Are Worse Than They Are' To Access Treatment

'We all need to act now and to act together. If we do not, we risk letting down children.'
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More Than A Third Of Teenagers And Young Adults Have Self-Harmed: Advice For Parents

'We know from parents how overwhelming it can be.'
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Half Of Children Are Bullied Over Their Appearance, Former Victims Explain The Lasting Impact

'It rocks your self-esteem and embeds a message that you, and your body, are not good enough.'
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Government Announces £5 Million For Mental Health First Aid In Schools

Campaigners say it's nowhere near enough.
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How To Know If Your Child Needs A Day Off School For Their Mental Health

'My son has night terrors which leave him paralysed.'
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Girls Are Twice As Likely To Report Experiencing 'Emotional Problems' Than Boys

Whereas boys are reporting more 'behavioural problems'.
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8 Ways To Help Children Cope When You Move House

'Moving home is among the most stressful things an adult can do, and maybe even more so for a child.'
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