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Self-harm in children and young people - information and advice for parents and carers
What is self-harm in children and young people? Self-harm is when someone does something to intentionally hurt themselves. Often a child or young person may self-harm to soothe deep sadness or express overwhelming emotions that they can’t communicate in words or clear thoughts. They might self-harm…Children and Young People’s Emotional Wellbeing Support in Suffolk
Families can refer children and young people to the following places if they are worried about a child's mental health.Resources to support the wellbeing of young adults and families
Emotional Wellbeing Gateway website - has information, advice and resources on mental health issues. (The site allows you to do a keyword search for local community support groups in your area.) Wellbeing Suffolk – The wellbeing service provides a range of online courses and webinars. Wellbeing in Education…I'm worried about my child's mental health
Does your child need urgent help? If it's an emergency call 999. If it's not life threatening. Call NHS mental Health Crisis Support Line on 111 and press option 2 (24/7) for anyone of any age in Norfolk and Suffolk. The video below…Suicidal feelings in children and young people
The above Suffolk Mind video titled 'Understanding Suicide', helps explain why someone, whether they are an adult or young person, may feel suicidal due to unmet emotional needs. If you know someone in immediate danger of taking their life Call 999. If the person is…Barnardo's Phoneline Service
Barnardo’s phoneline service helps to guide families to emotional wellbeing support via the Emotional Wellbeing Hub helpline The Barnardo’s phoneline service is a new additional option that has been added to the Emotional Wellbeing Hub helpline to help support parents, carers and young people aged…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…Suicide
Suicide is the act of intentionally ending your life. If you're reading this because you have, or have had, thoughts about taking your life, it's important you ask someone for help. It's probably difficult for you to see at this time, but you're not alone and not…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…Accessing food in Suffolk
Please see below a map of foodbanks and affordable food projects. There are a lot of different names for food projects in Suffolk, please see below a guide to some of the terms used: Foodbank (emergency food support) - you may need a referral so…