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How Specialist Evidence Supports an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Request An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is a legal plan for a child or young person aged up to 25 who has special educational needs or a disability that requires additional support in education. It can bring together information about a young […]

Childhood Anxiety: When Worry Needs a Specialist Assessment and What Treatment May Involve Worry is a normal part of growing up. Children and young people may feel nervous before a new school term, an exam, a performance or a medical appointment. They may need reassurance when routines change, friendships are difficult or family circumstances are

When School Attendance Feels Impossible: Understanding School Refusal, Anxiety and the First Steps to Support For some children and young people, getting to school can become far more than an everyday challenge. Mornings may involve tears, panic, physical symptoms, arguments or a complete inability to leave the house. Parents and carers can feel worried, exhausted

What Happens in a Consultant-Led Autism Assessment for Children and Young People? Parents and carers often seek an autism assessment after noticing that their child experiences the world, communicates or relates to others in ways that seem different from their peers. You may have seen difficulties become more noticeable at school, during friendships, at home

When Should a Child or Teen Be Referred for an ADHD Assessment? Children and teenagers can be energetic, distracted, forgetful or impulsive at times. These behaviours are often part of typical development, particularly during periods of change, stress, tiredness or increasing academic demands. However, when difficulties with attention, activity levels or impulsivity are persistent, more

In the digital era, social media platforms have become integral to the daily lives of children and adolescents, offering avenues for connection, self-expression, and information. However, a growing body of peer-reviewed research indicates that excessive and unregulated use of these platforms can adversely affect the mental health of young users. Negative Impacts of Social Media

Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, mental health issues among teenagers are increasingly common, yet often overlooked. From anxiety to depression, our young ones face emotional challenges that can be difficult to navigate. However, there’s a harmonious healer that is both accessible and effective—music. In this post, we explore how melodies and rhythms can serve as