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A parent's guide to autism
Parents often feel relieved when they finally receive a diagnosis of autism, because they have an explanation for their child's behaviour. Receiving a diagnosis may come as a shock, and it can take a while to accept what you're being told. It can sometimes be…Yojo Careers and Apprenticeships App
Yojo is an app that has been designed by young people for young people. "It puts the world of work in your pocket." The Yojo app provides support to young people in Suffolk, aged 14-25, who are looking for an apprenticeship, career path information, or…Primary Mental Health Workers for Schools in Suffolk
What are Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs)? Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs) offer consultation, support and guidance to school staff working with children and young people who are showing mild to moderate mental health concerns. School staff can contact their Primary Mental Health Worker if they…OCD
This page contains information about OCD and where to find support. Overview of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) OCD is a common mental health condition where a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. Symptoms can be: Fear of contamination or dirt. Needing things orderly and symmetrical.…Staying Mentally Well
This page provides information about looking after your emotional wellbeing and mental health, and where you can get advice and support. How to look after your mental health We all have mental health! "Good mental health is a general feeling of happiness where we can…Addiction
This page provides information about addiction, and where you can get advice and support. Overview of addiction People who suffer from an addiction have an uncontrollable urge and compulsion to use dangerous substances or to engage in harmful activities despite knowing the negative consequences these…People with learning disabilities and autism
The Suffolk Learning Disability Partnership works to achieve the vision of people with learning disabilities living good ordinary lives as part of their community, with the right support, at the right time, from the right people. The Suffolk Learning Disability Partnership is an independent partnership of self-advocates,…Sleep
This page provides information about sleep hygiene advice. Why is sleep important to our Mental Health? Sleep ‘recharges’ the brain at the end of each day, just like we need to charge a mobile phone battery after prolonged use. Maintaining a regular sleep-wake cycle allows…Depression
This page provides information about depression, and where you can get advice and support. Overview of low mood and depression Low mood and depression affects people differently. You may feel down, sad, upset or tearful, empty or num, feel anxious, hopeless or worthless, You may no longer…Trauma
This page provides information and support about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) Overview of Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) PTSD is an anxiety disorder caused by experiencing or witnessing a stressful, frightening or distressing event or serious injury. Any situation that a person finds traumatic can cause PTSD. Symptoms of PTSD can include: flashbacks, reoccurring…