NSPCC

The new school year is coming, and whether your child is going in as a nervous first timer or seasoned pro, it can still feel like a lonely place. If your child is starting a new school, has had to move school, or is struggling to make friends, the resulting loneliness can be a big drain on their mental health. You could encourage them to talk to an adult that they feel safe with. This can help them to see things differently, give them new ideas about how to cope, and could help change things. For more advice and support, visit https://lnkd.in/eNfZ99xf #NSPCCparenting #loneliness #isolation #childline

Repost if you agree! If a young person you know is receiving their GCSE Results today remind them to take their time and let them know they aren't alone. Grades are just one small part of what makes young people who they are 💚 Childline counsellors are available to all under 19s via phone, email, 1-2-1 chat and Sign Video. Find out more here: childline.org.uk Image description: "Every young person receiving their GCSE Results today deserves to be proud, listened to and supported," written in green on a blue sticky note. The note is overlayed over an image of a young person concentrating and writing in a school exercise book. #GCSEResults #GCSEResults2024 #NSPCCParenting #Childline

It can be hard to know what to say or how to feel if your child or a child you know experiences bullying. For more support and advice see: https://lnkd.in/e97ydCyB The NSPCC Helpline is available on 0808 800 5000 or via [email protected]. Our child protection specialists can offer support and discuss any worries you have.

Whether they're heading off to university, moving in with a partner or looking for independence, when your child leaves home, it’s a big deal. There are things you can do to support them and yourself with the transition. Whatever family life brings, we’re here to help. Visit https://bit.ly/3Wrp45a for more advice and support.

Share this message with young people you know who have received their A-Level results today! Can you remember how you felt on results day? Results can bring up lots of different feelings. There might be excitement, tummies full of anxiety and worries about the future. But together, we can remind young people that the grades they receive don't define them 💚 Image description: "No matter what, I'm proud of you this exam results day and always," written on a yellow sticky note on a light blue background. #ResultsDay #NSPCCParenting

Recent events and things we see, hear or read in the news can have a big effect on children and young people. They may feel worried, upset and unsafe. Let them know you're there for them by following the advice below 👇 Young people can contact a Childline counsellor on the phone, 0800 1111, and online via 1-2-1 chat or email by searching childline.org.uk Image description: 1. Green text on a blue background reads, "Supporting a child with things they've seen in the news, find out more", with an arrow pointing right. An illustration above shows various social media and communication icons in different shades of blue, including symbols like hearts, arrows, question marks and speech bubbles arranged in a scattered pattern on a dark blue background. 2. Bullet points list four ways to support a child, ‘encourage them to talk to help them process how they're feeling and get things out, spend time together and take a break from reading, hearing or watching the news, focus on reliable news and sources you can trust and let them know Childline is there for them online, on the phone, anytime.’

Following the appalling race related violence which has affected so many communities, children may be feeling confused, scared or anxious. Whilst you may not have the answers to their questions, or be able to explain these traumatic events, you can let them know that Childline is a safe space for any child impacted in anyway by the awful events of the last week. Young people can speak to a Childline counsellor on the phone, 0800 1111, and online via 1-2-1 chat or email. https://lnkd.in/gvCfGAv

A child calls Childline every 25 seconds. 📱 Could you be the voice on the end of the phone? We’re looking for people who are there to listen when young people feel they have no one else to turn to. Volunteer for Childline and be part of our incredible team that’s there for children online, on the phone, anytime. Find out more about the role: https://bit.ly/4c7vBbg

There are lots of positives to being online for children but there are some challenges too and the online world can be tricky to navigate. Noticing how a child is affected by being online is the first step in helping to manage their wellbeing. Having regular conversations, taking breaks and using wellbeing settings and apps can help keep them safe. We're here to help, visit https://bit.ly/3PnknGR for more advice.

We know the world of gaming can be confusing for parents and carers. And the thought of discussing with their child how long they spend online can feel overwhelming. . . or even a little scary 😧 Childline has lots of advice available on what to do if a young person’s gaming habit is becoming an addiction, as well as tips on playing safely online: https://bit.ly/3Wx3Sw4 #NSPCCParenting Image description: A cartoon depicting two people: one adult standing with a perplexed expression and a speech bubble that says "I thought Fortnite was the name of the game, not the average playing time?" The other person, a teenager, is sitting under a homemade blanket fort using a laptop, with a do-not-disturb sign.