When young people suffer in silence
I hope the amazing sunshine streaming across the country will lift your mood today!
Off to a conference to find out more about the good work of The Place 2 Be - a charity that helps the under 14s that might be struggling in different ways. They're located in schools and do so much in a confidential atmosphere for youngsters.
It'd be great to meet lots of childcare professionals and I'm happy to be involved in any way I can. I spent a long time in the NHS researching the area of parenting and children so it's one of my main areas of interest.
TODAY’S TIP: I hear from many young people who often feel they can't turn to their parents because their parents are working so hard in this recession. They might be struggling with something like bullying or low self-esteem but don't want to burden their parents.
It's easy to assume that a young person is acting surly when actually they're a bit depressed.
If it's your own child you're worried about then definitely make time to sit down regularly with them and check in. That little bit of time can make all the difference!
Happy Wednesday, Pam X