The Young Minds Grow blog
Articles on anxiety, anger, autism, ADHD, school and the other things parents ask us about most, with practical ideas you can try at home.
How to tell a meltdown from a tantrum in an autistic child, what helps with each in the moment, and how to spot the build-up before it spills over.
Free printable: Our meltdown plan: a one-page sheet for home and school
ADHD children often explode after school because holding it together all day uses up their reserves. Why it happens, and an after-school routine that helps.
Free printable: After-school decompression plan
School refusal is when anxiety or distress stops a child getting to school. Steps for parents in England: what to ask school and the SENCO, and what helps.
Free printable: School meeting planner
Consider counselling when a change in your child's mood or behaviour has lasted weeks and gets in the way of school, sleep or friends. Signs to look for by age.
Free printable: What I'm noticing: a checklist for parents
Child counselling starts with a talk with you, then regular sessions where your child plays, draws or talks with the counsellor. What to expect, step by step.
Free printable: Questions to ask a child counsellor
How to tell your child about counselling, with example words for ages 3 to 18 and the phrases to steer clear of, so the first session feels less daunting.
Free printable: My first session: a picture guide for children
The CAMHS waiting list in Manchester can run to months. What to ask your GP and school, where to find local support, and how to help your child meanwhile.
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