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Learn about self-harm
Understand the risks that children may face online to offer the right support.
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Protect your child from self-harm
See advice to give children the right tools to challenge extremism online and build their digital resilience.
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Dealing with self-harm
Learn strategies of how to address radicalisation and where to seek help if you are concerned.
Self-harm resources
See a list of organisations that can support you and your child.
Coping with self-harm
A guide to help parents, carers, other family members and friends cope when a young person is self-harming
Understanding self-harm
Self-harm is often understood to be a physical response to an emotional pain of some kind and can be very addictive.
As children’s use of the online world grows, increasing mental health issues such as self-harm are taking a different form online. Children are now actively seeking abuse online as a way to self-harm.
If you suspect that your child is self-harming or you’d simply like more advice to stay informed on the issue, the advice hub will provide insight from our expert panel and advice on which organisations are available to give you and your child one-to-one support.
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Understanding the Online Safety Bill amendments
The Online Safety Bill is in the press once again, with several important changes to the legislation announced.
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Supporting children’s body image in the online world
Many young people struggle with negative body image and there is a growing concern about the online world's impact on body image.
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How can I encourage my child to report something if they believe a friend is self-harming?
Learn how you can help your child support a friend that may be sharing content on social media that raises concerns about their wellbeing.
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Digital self-harm – is it a cry for help?
Get advice and insight about digital self-harm and how you can support children who may show signs of mental health issues.