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Child mental health support

Netmums is proud to partner with BBC Bitesize on a Child Mental Health campaign to tackle the stigma of children's mental health. We're featuring resources to help you to support your child. We're also hosting a dedicated Child Mental Health Clinic on our Forum, with advice from Netmums child mental health expert Cathy Parsley.

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Your questions answered on our Child Mental Health Drop-In Clinic

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My child is out of control: What can I do?

Separation anxiety in teenagers

Picky eating linked to mental health problems

7 ways kids appear to be naughty, but actually aren’t

Separation anxiety in 8-11 year olds

Autism in 2 year olds: Early signs of autism

CHAT

Visit our mental health drop-in clinic

Netmums' expert Parent Supporters review the content on this board, answering queries on…

CHILD

Anxiety in children: signs and symptoms to look out for

It’s not unusual for children to become anxious or worried in certain situations, like when…

CHILD

What to do when your child won't go to school

If your child is refusing to go to school, it can be upsetting and frustrating for both of…

CHILD

How to help your child stand up to bullies

If your child is being bullied, it can be an extremely worrying time. While of course every…

CHILD

What to do if your teenager won't go to school

If your teenager is refusing to go to school, it can be worrying and frustrating for both…

SUPPORT

Protecting children from domestic abuse

Are you in an abusive relationship? The effects on your child – whether they witness…

LIFE

'Why I fought to delay my daughter's school start by a whole year'

Rosie Dutton successfully challenged her local authority when an application to delay her…

SUPPORT

Helping children cope with bereavement

Losing a loved one is one of the most painful experiences we'll ever go through. It's hard…

BABY

How to cope with separation anxiety at night

As well as affecting daytime routines, separation anxiety can disrupt (everyone's) sleep at…

CHILD

How to deal with childhood fears and phobias

There are lots of common childhood fears, from monsters under the bed and creepy crawlies,…

CHILD

Selective eating disorder: a guide for parents

If mealtimes are becoming a nightmare and your child won't eat, they could be suffering…

SUPPORT

Separation anxiety in 4-7 year olds

Are you worried that your child is struggling with separation anxiety? We take a look at…

SUPPORT

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in children and teens

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that can develop after…

SUPPORT

Child hitting parents: What to do

If a child is hitting their parents it can be a cause for concern. Find out what to do if…

SUPPORT

Hair-pulling in kids: why it happens and how to stop it

Hair pulling in kids can be disturbing for parents, whether the child is pulling their own…

SUPPORT

Separation anxiety in toddlers

Are you worried that your toddler is struggling with separation anxiety? We take a look at…

SUPPORT

My child hates school: What can I do?

Are you worried because your child hates school and you don't know what to do? We look at 5…

SUPPORT

My son has no friends: What do I do?

If you're concerned that your son has no friends, and you're wondering – what do I do?…

SUPPORT

My daughter has no friends: What do I do?

If you're worried that your daughter has no friends at nursery or school, and you're…

SUPPORT

How to stop your child biting their nails

It's worrying to watch your child develop a destructive habit. If you feel helpless but…

SUPPORT

Netmums’ parents say kids are suffering loneliness and mental health challenges after pandemic

Our opinion poll with BBC Bitesize shows a large number of parents are worried about their…

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