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Every family makes changes to cope with the stress of everyday life. If your child has additional support needs, these...

Most of us know that stress is bad for us. But understanding a bit more about how we can reduce...

Death can be one of the hardest topics to discuss with a child. But at some point, most children will...

When it comes to children, we’re used to thinking about ‘good behaviour’ or ‘bad behaviour’ and probably not much in...

These are some things which parents tell us have really helped them. When you are feeling most challenged as a...

Do you remember your own teenage behaviour? No matter how old your child gets, no matter what comes out of...

Rather than lay down the law, demanding that your teenager does their homework, has a tidy room, sits down for...

Taking some risks is an important part of growing up. Without striking out and taking a chance we would be...

For some children the stresses they face can cause serious issues, such as depression, anxiety, self harm or eating disorders...

This page gives some basic information about some of the more common mental health issues affecting children which parents regularly...

Worries about mental health in the family are among the main reasons parents and carers get in touch with Children...

As a parent, chances are you’ve been tested and frustrated by your child’s behaviour. It could be the tantrums of...

What is abuse? Child abuse is when someone causes (or doesn't prevent) significant harm to a child. ( Source: Scottish...

It is tempting to believe that the internet is a problem for our children, and adults have got it totally...

Parental controls are a key tool for parents to keep their children’s internet use safe – within the home at...

From the time our children are babies we teach them right from wrong, how to keep themselves safe and how...

It’s not something parents generally want to think about but, as children reach adolescence and think more about sex, many...

The thought of your child seeing something disturbing or extreme online can be very distressing and can leave parents unsure...

For parents it can feel overwhelming to discover your child is self harming, as can trying to figure out what...

Bullying is a concern for many of the families who contact Children First support line. Although the thought of your...

Separation and divorce can be one of the most stressful times in an adult’s life. The journey through feelings of...

Contact arrangements are a real source of stress and anxiety for parents, especially if communication has broken down, or if...

Often, when parents are struggling or unable to look after their children, relatives or family friends will step in and...

As a parent you’ll know that children will gradually become aware of sex and sexuality at different ages and stages....