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Self-harm
This page provides information about self-harm, and where you can get advice and support. Overview of self-harm Self-harm is when you hurt yourself as a way of dealing with a build-up of difficult feelings or thoughts. Self-harm can be in a form of scratching, cutting,…Eating Disorders
This page provides information about eating disorders, and where you can get advice and support. Eating Disorders Awareness Week - From February 26th to 3th March "Eating disorders are one of the most dangerous and complex mental health issues for anyone to overcome - they…Anxiety
This page provides information about anxiety, and where to go for advice and support. Overview of anxiety Anxiety can make you feel worried, nervous, tense, restless or scared. It can cause physical symptoms such as a racing heartbeat, sweating, trembling, panic attacks and stomach aches.…Stress
This page provides information about stress, and where you can get advice and support. Overview of stress Stress is our body’s response to pressure, new situations or experiences and unexpected life events. Stress also occurs when we feel threatened or feel like we no control…Suicidal Thoughts
This page provides information about suicide, and where you can get advice and support. Overview about suicide Suicide is the act of intentionally taking your own life. Suicidal thoughts and feelings can affect anyone of any age, gender or background, at any time. Men over…Primary Mental Health Workers - Under 18 Wellbeing Service for Schools in Suffolk
What are Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs)? Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs) Under 18 Wellbeing Service, provides consultation, support and guidance to school staff working with children and young people who are showing mild to moderate mental health concerns. School staff and professionals, in East and…Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme 2024 in Suffolk
The Holiday Activity & Food (HAF) Programme is funded through The Department for Education. HAF enables children and young people to access enriching and fun activities, particularly those who receive free school meals. (If you think that your child may be eligible for benefit related…Stress in children and young people - information and advice for parents and carers
Why are children and young people effected by stress? Children and young people today are facing many pressures from many different sources. They are experiencing stress at school (homework, fitting in, bullying, tests), stress at home (parental separation, poverty, divorce, family expectations), and worldwide media…Anxiety in children and young people - information and advice for parents and carers
Is it normal for children and young people to feel anxious? Anxious behaviour is common in children and young people. Most learn to deal with fears and worries. However, help may be needed if: They feel anxious more than other children/young people of their age and…Depression in children and young people
What is the difference between low mood and depression in children and young people? Low mood may come and go, whereas depression is when a child or young person is struggling with feelings of sadness over a long period of time that won't go away.…