Growing-Up Issues
How to spot signs of low self-esteem in your child
Low self-esteem can have far-reaching effects on you child’s life – particularly when it comes to their career and personal relationships.
2 January 2023
Growing-Up Issues
What to do if your child is facing Social Exclusion
Research has shown that social exclusion can have a detrimental effect on young people, including the loss of self-esteem.
15 November 2022
Growing-Up Issues
A list of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity terms
Sexual orientation and gender identity is a huge part of every young person’s life. For some it is a relatively straightforward path but for others, it can be a difficult
11 October 2022
Growing-Up Issues
How to spot early signs of Negative Body Image
We hear a lot about cultivating positive body image but how can you tell if your child is starting to show signs of a negative body image?
21 September 2022
Growing-Up Issues
Preparing Children for Hospitalisation and Medical Procedures
Hospitalisation can be upsetting for children of all ages. As a parent, you can take steps to prepare your child for what they can expect.
21 September 2022
Education and Work
How to deal with School Refusal and School Avoidance
School is a source of joy for many children. But for some parents, dealing with school refusal and school avoidance is a daily occurrence.
15 September 2022
Growing-Up Issues
Body Image and Back to School
Fiona Flynn, Youth Development Officer with Bodywhys talks about body image concerns and eating disorders in children and young people.
1 September 2022
Growing-Up Issues
How to handle teen conflict in family relationships
The teenage years can put a major strain on relationships within a family. Here are some ways to handle teen conflict in your home.
30 August 2022
Growing-Up Issues
Signs that your child may have Asperger’s Syndrome
Asperger’s Syndrome, a form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, is a developmental disorder which can manifest in rigid or repetitive behaviour
10 August 2022
Growing-Up Issues
Self-Esteem in Children from Infancy – 12 years of age
Self-esteem is used to describe a person’s overall sense of self-worth or personal value and can start as early as infancy.
9 August 2022