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Talking to your child( ren ) about mental health

1 in 10 young people face mental health issues like depression, anxiety, self-harm, or eating disorders. Talking about mental health is crucial for early help and recovery. Learn how to initiate this important conversation with your child and break the stigma.

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Talking to your child( ren ) about mental health

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  1. Talking to your child(ren) about mental health

  2. Facts and Figures We all have physical health just as we all have mental health 1 in 10 young people will experience a mental health problem, that’s 3 in an average school class Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm and Eating Disorders are examples of mental health problems Mental health problems can happen to anyone Recovery is possible. Getting help early is the key

  3. If your child(ren) was worried about their own (or a friend’s) mental health do you think they would talk to you?

  4. Mental health stigma “Young people are afraid to admit to having a mental health problem through fear and shame. Many delay getting help as a consequence until something drastic happens.” www.time-to-change.org.uk/young-people-programme Children and young people’s programme development. Summary of research and insights

  5. It’s time to talk “It was my mum who started a conversation with me about mental health. Just after my A-levels she noticed that my behaviour was very different. It was hugely important for me that she broached the subject and recommended we go to our GP. It was the first step in getting the support I needed.” Charlotte

  6. Why is it important to talk about mental health? • https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=11&v=UcwIKZFW2LM

  7. www.time-to-change.org.uk/parents

  8. Thank you www.time-to-change.org.uk/parents info@time-to-change.org.uk Thank you www.time-to-change.org.uk info@time-to-change.org.uk

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