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Research has shown that social exclusion can have a detrimental effect on young people, including the loss of self-esteem.
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Cyberbullying is a complex problem that is rapidly evolving every day. It’s vital that teachers, parents and carers know as much about it as possible.
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Coming to terms with a life-changing diagnosis is different for every child and can have far-reaching consequences for the whole family.
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We need to show our children how to ask for help when they need it and reassure them that it’s a sign of strength, not weakness.
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Coming out is not an easy thing to do so if your child tells you they think they are transgender, take a moment before you react.
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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?
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Divorce is a difficult process for a family to go through and many parents will be concerned about how it will affect their children.
Continue readingDo’s and Don’t’s for promoting Positive Body Image in Children
Despite the outside influences they may encounter, there are a lot of things you can do to promote a positive body image for your child.
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