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Mental health and young people: tackling stigma together
1 in 10 children will experience a mental health problem. Here's how to help them
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ParentingHealth and wellbeing
Addicted to social media – or just teens being teens?
People often talk about children being addicted to social media. But are they really? Parent Info offers advice on helping your child use social media safely
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ParentingHealth and wellbeing
How to use the ‘Uniquely Me’ guide to help boost your child’s self-esteem
The Dove Self-Esteem Project's free 40-page 'Uniquely Me' guide can help you promote a healthy body image and raise your child's self-esteem.
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ParentingHealth and wellbeing
When your child’s anger may be linked to low self-esteem
Sometimes having low self-esteem can make it difficult for your child to deal with their anger. Here are some instances when angry outbursts may be linked to low self-esteem.
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ParentingHealth and wellbeing
Photoshop-spotting: talking to your child about ‘fake’ images
Young people who are regularly online and on social media will come across thousands of advertising messages a day, most of which include doctored images that can have a big impact on the way they view themselves.
Here are some ways to start a conversation with your child about edited images.
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ParentingHealth and wellbeing
Talking to your child about why bullies bully
There is a clear link between bullying and self-esteem issues, both for the bully and the bullied. It can be helpful to talk to your child about why some people may bully or ‘troll’ others online.