Monday 7 June 2021

BBC Bitesize - "Children and young people’s mental health"

Source: BBC Bitesize

Date: 28 May 2021

"BBC bitesize has published an article and short film outlining top tips to support young people aged 11 – 16 years who are dealing with boredom and low motivation. The article and film are based on evidence-based guidance from researchers and clinicians reported in a research briefing published by the Co-RAY project, part of the Emerging Minds Network."

 Link to BBC bitesize

Tuesday 1 June 2021

Children’s helplines

Source: Child Helpline International

Date: 17 May 2021

"Child Helpline International has published a report looking at the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on the children and young people who contact child helplines around the world. Findings from quarterly surveys covering January to December 2020 include: globally, child helpline members received 25% more contacts in 2020 compared to 2019; violence and mental health were important reasons for contact globally; and requests for information about Covid-19, contacts relating to family relationships, access to essential services and the caller’s own physical health were other main reasons for making contact."

Link to full report