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Health: Advice on ... Self-harm

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  • Thursday, September 6, 2007
  • | CYP Now
An estimated one in 15 young people have self-harmed, yet identifying the causes can be difficult. The Mental Health Foundation's Celia Richardson explores the issue, the likely triggers and what can be done to help those who resort to hurting themselves.

The Crazy Makers

The Crazy MakersCarol SimontacchiDeep Books LtdISBN 978158542626310.99335 page

Resources: Log on to ... sex education

There's lots of information about sex on the internet, but, sadly, most of it is inappropriate for young eyes. Tim Burke goes in search of the websites that can offer young people and youth professionals some sound advice about the subject matter.

8 top tips to support young people with eating disorders

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  • Tuesday, November 28, 2023
  • | CYP Now
If you’re a frontline children’s services professional, you could be one of the first people to notice a young person is struggling with issues related to body image or food. That is why it is so important that every staff member can identify the symptoms and signpost young people to the support they need.

Therapeutic Care: Special Report

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  • Tuesday, February 25, 2020
  • | CYP Now
With rises in children coming into care and reporting mental health problems, policymakers and service providers are developing therapeutic care and support across a range of settings to help young people.

One Life

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  • Tuesday, September 29, 2009
  • | CYP Now
Naomi FeigenbaumJessica Kingsley PublishersISBN 978184310912913.99176 pages

Log on to... Healthy eating

Obesity and the size-zero debate are increasing the focus on eating a balanced diet, particularly at key stages in life such as childhood and adolescence. Tim Burke looks at what various websites have to offer in terms of youth-friendly advice.

Health: Advice on... Young wheelchair users

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  • Monday, December 10, 2007
  • | CYP Now
It is not just the physical barriers that prevent young people in wheelchairs from joining in the fun. Whizz-Kidz's Mark Lovell says youth clubs need to make sure those with disabilities feel welcome and actively involve them in the decision-making process.

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