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Sexual Health and Relationships: Special Report

Schools will soon be required to teach pupils about sex and relationships, which experts say is vital to help young people navigate a range of complex issues including consent and explicit online material.

Resources: Log on to... Mental health websites

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  • Monday, December 10, 2007
    • | CYP Now
The teenage years can be challenging times for some young people and it's often then that mental health problems manifest themselves for the first time. Tim Burke tracks down the best websites offering support for young people and youth workers.

Supporting children’s mental health in school

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  • Tuesday, September 27, 2022
    • | CYP Now
Charity Place2Be works with schools to develop counselling and support for children with emotional and mental health difficulties. Leaders and practitioners explore the challenges and keys to success.

Legal Update: Mental health detention

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  • Tuesday, January 3, 2023
    • | CYP Now
Lauren Morling and Sihana Bina of Coram International set out requirements when detaining children for mental health reasons and what changes are needed to respect young people's rights.

Children’s Mental Health Special Report

Children’s mental health has long been characterised by long waiting lists and inconsistent provision, but it is hoped more funding, system reorganisation and policy measures will improve access to support.

Commissioning of therapies

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  • Tuesday, September 28, 2021
    • | CYP Now
Some children need therapeutic support that does not fit into existing contracts with providers, making it more expensive to commission. By jointly commissioning with health, councils can deliver effective services and control costs, explains Toni Badnall.

Health: Advice on ... Obesity

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  • Friday, January 29, 2010
    • | CYP Now
Latest figures show that childhood obesity levels are on the rise in the UK, but weight problems can be difficult to discuss with individual young people. Moya Sarner investigates the best approach for youth workers to take when tackling this issue.

Policy in practice: Wise up on ... Criminal checks

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  • Monday, November 12, 2007
    • | CYP Now
Criminal Records Bureau checks are a legal requirement for anyone who is going to work regularly with children and young people. Andy Hillier looks at what the process involves, how much it costs and what to do if someone has a criminal record.

Advice on ... Cancer awareness

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  • Tuesday, December 2, 2008
    • | CYP Now
More than one in three people in the UK goes on to develop cancer at some point during their lifetime. Macmillan Cancer Support's Katherine Donaghy explains how youth workers can educate young people about some of the common risk factors.

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