This is a huge topic and anxiety around understanding the needs of young people and their views on sexual orientation and gender is something we work with frequently. A person’s sexual orientation, or sexuality, is the part of their identity that relates to who they find attractive/who they fancy. Although it’s in the […]
Supporting Young People Returning To School After Lockdown
After being off school for so long, it is only natural that many young people will be worried about returning to school. There are many reasons why returning to school may feel difficult and young people may experience a range of emotions including anxiety, worry, panic, sadness, irritability and fear. A number reasons contributing to […]
How To Support Children And Young People’s Mental Health
It is Child Mental Health week (1 to 7 February) so let’s talk about some of the reasons many children are struggling with their mental health. Equally important is how we can help young people express themselves safely. The theme this year is Express Yourself – www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk. Professionals only see children if there is a […]