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The Unseen Struggle: Recognising Signs of Self-Harm in Children and Young People

June 1, 2025 by Parent Tech Made Easy

As parents, we dedicate our lives to nurturing, protecting, and guiding our children. We celebrate their triumphs and comfort them through their scraped knees and broken hearts. Yet, there are some struggles that remain hidden, shrouded in silence and shame, making them incredibly difficult to spot. One of the most heartbreaking of these is self-harm. … Read more

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Support Agencies

  • NSPCC Helpline:
    For adults concerned about a child – 0808 800 5000 / [email protected] / NSPCC Website
  • Childline: 
    For children and young people – 0800 1111 / Childline Website (Offers online chat too)
  • Internet Matters: 
    Comprehensive online safety advice for parents – Internet Matters Website
  • Childnet International: 
    Resources for parents, carers, and young people – Childnet Website
  • Anti-Bullying Alliance: 
    Information and advice on bullying – ABA Website
  • YoungMinds: 
    Mental health support for young people and parents – YoungMinds Website
  • Samaritans: 
    For anyone struggling to cope – Call 116 123 / Samaritans Website
  • CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command): 
    Report online sexual abuse or grooming – CEOP Safety Centre
  • Banardo's:
    Working to ensure children's safety online - Benardo's
  • UK Safer Internet Centre:
    Helping young people stay safe online - UK Safer Internet Centre

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