Emotional scars associated with growing up in care are passed down through generations, according to a UK-first study. Care leavers were at greater risk of depression and anxiety, and their
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The Duchess of Cambridge says “addiction, self harm and suicide” could be avoided in later life if children are taught to properly manage their emotions. Speaking to a group that
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A study from academics at Oxford Brookes University has identified new strategies to support stressed social workers. With previous surveys finding stress and burnout a major problem in social work,
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Mental health advocate and comedian Ruby Wax OBE will be a keynote speaker at a major conference in October organised by HeadStart Wolverhampton. Aimed at teachers, health professionals and voluntary
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Young people say social care professionals must be consistent, trustworthy and supportive, new research by Action for Children reveals today. Action for Children spoke to young people in care and
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The Belfast Strategic Partnership (BSP) has launched a consultation process, entitled: ‘Building Emotional Resilience Strategy 2014-17’. The BSP’s Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Thematic Group will seek the views of
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