Waiting times for children and young people with eating disorders receiving treatment are decreasing, but cases themselves are on the rise, new figures have revealed. NHS England says that 236 patients out of 307 nationwide (76.9 per cent) requiring urgent referrals were given treatment within a week from December…
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Stories, news, and practical ways to help support positive mental and emotional health and well-being in children.
Real Problems, Real Advice for Kids and Teens: An Interview with Presenter Katie Thistleton
Focusing on real questions from real kids, Katie’s debut book seeks to provide warm, honest advice on a wide variety of issues that kids and teens across the UK face. From friendship and family issues to body image, self-esteem and self-harm, together with...…
New Survey Uncovers What’s Really Making Kids Feel Anxious (It’s Not Social Media)
The UK’s largest children’s charity Barnardo’s have revealed the results of their survey into what worries children and teens. Conducted by YouGov on behalf of the charity [http://www.barnardos.org.uk/news/New-survey-shows-half-of-all-schoolchildren-feel-sad-or-anxious-every-week/press_releases.htm?ref=128176] , the results, released just in time for Children’…
Self-Esteem Building Tips for Kids
Sarah Kendrick, Head of Service at children’s mental health charity shares some top tips for children on how they can build their self-esteem…
Who Is Responsible for Children's Mental Health at School?
Concerns have been raised by the headteachers’ union leader over the government’s new mental health plans.…
Health Advocates Urge Facebook to Shut Down ‘Messenger Kids’ App
Around 100 children’s health experts from across the US have asked Mark Zuckerberg to shut down recently launched ‘Messenger Kids’ app designed for children aged six to 12.…
Leading Eating Disorder Charity Raises Concerns Over Change4Life 100 Calorie Snacks for Kids Campaign
Beat Eating Disorders have released an official response addressing Public Health England's recent 100 calorie campaign, highlighting the potential risks teaching children calorie counting can have.…
New Mental Health Website Set to Launch This Year Offering Over 1,500 Free Resources for Teachers
The Duchess of Cambridge has announced plans to launch a new website later this year, allowing primary school children and staff to get better mental health support…
Recent Survey Found 41% of Parents Believe Children Are Anxious about the Threat of Terrorism
Leading mental health charity, Mental Health Foundation, have released a guide for parents looking to talk to their children about scary world news following the figures revealed in their recent survey…