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Mental Health and Parenting
Many parents and carers struggle with mental health problems while caring for their children. The key thing is to talk to someone and not be afraid to get some extra support so that you can continue to provide a safe and loving environment for your children. Below we have…Mentoring Young People
Young people value mentoring for lots of reasons. It can help them develop their self confidence, support them through life changes, provide a channel to work through mental health challenges and give them skills for developing their career path. Some of our voluntary and community…Neurodevelopmental Disorder (NDD) Pathway (East & West Suffolk)
The Neurodevelopmental Disorder (NDD) Pathway (East & West Suffolk) aims to provide a clear and structured approach to support families who require assistance with supporting a child or young person with neurodevelopmental conditions, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For more information…Neurodevelopmental support for families in Lowestoft and Waveney
Families who are based in Lowestoft and Waveney, who are looking for advice and support for children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders, like ADHD or Autism, can contact: Just One Norfolk or call 0300 300 0123 The Just One Norfolk website is the ‘go to’…NHS Mental Health Crisis Support Line
The Mental health crisis support line is a 24/7 helpline for people of all ages in Suffolk and Norfolk, who are emotionally distressed, are at breaking point, and need urgent help. Call 111 and press option 2 if you need urgent mental health support. The Crisi line…Night terrors
Many children experience nightmares and night terrors, but most grow out of them. They don't cause any long-term psychological harm to your child. Night terrors are very different from nightmares. A child having night terrors may scream and thrash around, and may not recognise you…Obsessive compulsive disorder
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health condition in which a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. It affects men, women and children and can develop at any age. Some people develop the condition early, often around puberty, but it typically develops during…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 behaviour. Symptoms can be: Fear of contamination or dirt. Needing things orderly and symmetrical.…Parent Authorisation Form (PAF) Guidance for parents
Parent and carers need to complete a Parent authorisation Form (PAF) with a Suffolk childcare provider to be able to claim for Early Education Funding (EEF). The PAF form should be supplied to you directly from your Suffolk childcare provider.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,…