by Cai Graham | Aug 30, 2018 | Managing Emotions, Parenting Support
It has been reported in 2017 that self-harm in 13-16 year old girls had increased by 68% in three years. This week, The Children’s Society reported that a quarter of girls and 1 in 10 boys self-harm. This makes for unsettling reading for any parent. For many,...
by Cai Graham | Oct 14, 2016 | Relationships, School, Uni & Education
October is Bullying Prevention Month. “1 out 4 kids is bullied.” “43% fear harassment in the school changing rooms / toilets.” “80% of the time an argument with a bully ends up with a physical fight.” What is Bullying? If your child is being made to feel sad and...
by Cai Graham | Aug 23, 2016 | Anxiety & Depression
A friend of mine was hosting a number of young people recently who were visiting for a 21st birthday party. At breakfast the following day, the students were openly chatting about hangovers, relationships and many topics relevant to their generation. Eventually the...