Published: 26 March 2021. Written by: Marina Gask The restrictions of lockdown, loss of routine and lack of social life have been tough on our young people and their wellbeing. Here’s how to help them recover from the impact Covid-19 has had on their mental health when we finally come out of lockdown. Whatever the…
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Health writer and psychotherapist Jennifer Cawley shares the advice you need to know for opening up about mental health with children of all ages. With half of all mental health issues beginning by the age of 14, it’s important to talk to young people about their mental wellbeing as early as possible. Talking to them…
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Want to help your children feel calmer, less stressed and more in touch with their emotions? Health writer and psychotherapist Jennifer Cawley asks the mindfulness experts how you can practice meditation at home. Meditation isn’t just for grown-ups, it can help children, too. In fact, there are at least 4,000 teachers trained to teach mindfulness meditation…
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Published: 2 February 2021. As told to: Suzanne Baum From the signs and symptoms of coronavirus to dealing with allergic reactions, your questions on children’s health are tackled by Dr Roshane Mohidin, NHS GP and Vitality Healthcare Pathways & Behaviour Change Manager.  As a parent, you want to keep your children as healthy as possible.…
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