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Alcohol: facts and tips for parents
Why is it important to talk to your child about drinking before they're 13? The Alcohol Education Trust explains, and shares their tips for age-appropriate discussions
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Ecstasy: a parent’s guide
Ecstasy use is on the rise among young people. What should parents know about the drug
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Ecstasy, LSD and the dark web: a parent’s guide
Ecstasy and LSD use among 16-24-year-olds has increased by 84% and 175% respectively in the past year. Overall drug use has remained constant – so why are these two gaining popularity with young people?
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Knife crime and if your child is in a gang: advice for parents
Worried about the surge in knife crime in England and Wales? Think your child may be involved in a gang? Read our advice for parents from the Home Office
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‘Am I pretty?’ Advice for parents on self-esteem for teens
We look at the online craze of ‘Am I pretty?’ videos, where young people ask others to judge them on their looks. How can parents help?
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Treatment for your child’s eating disorder
It's unusual for young people with eating disorders to get better on their own. Here's our roundup of treatments available on the NHS and from other support services.
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Bulimia nervosa: a parent’s guide
Bulimia is the most common eating disorder. Here's Dr Pooky Knightsmith's advice on how to tell if your child is affected – and where to get help.
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Boys and self-harm: facts and tips
The number of boys self-harming is rising. Here’s what parents need to know
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Eating disorders and the internet: a parent’s guide
Is the internet causing young people’s eating disorders? We talk to Beat's Rebecca Field to find out
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Healthy body image in children: what parents can do
Top tips for parents on helping to boost your child’s self-esteem and body image
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Depression and young people
Advice for parents from Young Minds on helping your child if they’re depressed
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Body confidence: how parents can help
How parents can help children and young people boost body confidence and self-esteem