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Doom scrolling can leave your child/teenager feeling unhappy about life and/or the way they look. Take back control with...
21/05/2026

Doom scrolling can leave your child/teenager feeling unhappy about life and/or the way they look. Take back control with these top 8 tips for making their online experiences more positive and safer. Show them how to block those fake recovery blogs and faddy diets now! https://buff.ly/62vOjAT

Some young people put a lot of effort into appearing fine, even when they are struggling underneath.This is sometimes ca...
20/05/2026

Some young people put a lot of effort into appearing fine, even when they are struggling underneath.

This is sometimes called masking. While it can help young people cope short term, it can also make it harder to notice when support is needed.

Creating space for honest conversations, even when things seem okay, can help young people feel safer being themselves.

Support is available here:
https://www.justtalkherts.org/just-talk-herts.aspx

Half-term is next week and Herts Children & Young People’s Mental Health Services understand it might not always be able...
20/05/2026

Half-term is next week and Herts Children & Young People’s Mental Health Services understand it might not always be able to attend the appointment for your child/young person, especially during school holidays. If this happens, please help by letting the service know ASAP so that your appointment can be rearranged & the old appointment can be offered to someone else

Some young people keep meeting expectations even when it takes a significant amount of internal effort.Appearing to cope...
18/05/2026

Some young people keep meeting expectations even when it takes a significant amount of internal effort.

Appearing to cope does not always mean things feel manageable. Acknowledging effort rather than outcomes and offering space to talk can help reduce pressure and exhaustion.

Support is available here:
https://www.justtalkherts.org/just-talk-herts.aspx

If your child/teen is waiting for a mental health service, it can be difficult. There are other Hertfordshire support se...
18/05/2026

If your child/teen is waiting for a mental health service, it can be difficult. There are other Hertfordshire support services available to help young people whilst waiting and they don’t need a professional referral. Find out what to expect whilst waiting: https://buff.ly/LnZvJdv

Mental Health Awareness Week is also a reminder that looking after wellbeing is not selfish, for young people or for the...
15/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Week is also a reminder that looking after wellbeing is not selfish, for young people or for the adults supporting them.

Children and young people often hold pressure quietly. Encouraging rest, balance and open conversations helps protect their mental health now and in the future.

It’s also important that parents and carers look after their own wellbeing. Modelling self care shows young people that mental health matters at every age.

Support for families is available here:
https://www.justtalkherts.org/just-talk-herts.aspx

15/05/2026

Are you looking for ways to support your child with their mental health or emotional wellbeing?

Regular workshops run by our Children's Wellbeing Practitioners offer practical strategies and tools to help you support your child's emotional wellbeing. 🌻

Coming up are ...

🤝Supporting with sleep difficulties, 8 June, 6-8.00pm
🤝 Developing your child's emotional literacy, 15 June, 10-12.00pm
🤝 Children's general emotional wellbeing and regulation tips, 23 June, 6-8.00pm
🤝Supporting you child's self-esteem and resilience, 30 June, 6-8.00pm

📍 Open to anyone with a child who goes to school or is registered with a GP in Hertfordshire.
🗓️ No referral needed — just book directly!

Find out more about this and other Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner workshops via the link in the comments.

If you’re in Herts and have a child or teenager who would benefit from some emotional support with exams coming up, or t...
14/05/2026

If you’re in Herts and have a child or teenager who would benefit from some emotional support with exams coming up, or the move to Year 7, anxiety, or eating/body image difficulties, contact With Youth, The Sandbox or First Steps ED about their free online groups: www.hertshub.co.uk

Exam pressure often increases around this time of year, and Mental Health Awareness Week is a good reminder that wellbei...
13/05/2026

Exam pressure often increases around this time of year, and Mental Health Awareness Week is a good reminder that wellbeing matters alongside academic achievement.

Stress may show up as worry, irritability, exhaustion, sleep problems or avoidance of revision. Parents and carers can help by encouraging realistic plans, rest breaks and reassuring young people that exams do not define their worth.

Listening without pressure and focusing on effort rather than outcomes can help reduce anxiety and build confidence.

Support for exam related stress is available here:
https://www.justtalkherts.org/just-talk-herts.aspx

If your child/teenager is having problems with eating and/or their relationship with food or body image, it’s always be...
12/05/2026

If your child/teenager is having problems with eating and/or their relationship with food or body image, it’s always best to take action and get advice and help for them and for those supporting them before it begins affecting their physical health. Find free support for children and young people in Hertfordshire: https://buff.ly/bA04CCG

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a chance to focus on wellbeing and open conversations about mental health.Man...
11/05/2026

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a chance to focus on wellbeing and open conversations about mental health.

Many young people struggle to explain how they are feeling or worry about being misunderstood. Creating safe, calm opportunities to listen can help them feel more confident opening up.

Parents and carers don’t need to fix everything. Being present, patient and open sends a powerful message that young people’s mental health matters.

Support and guidance for families is available here:
https://www.justtalkherts.org/just-talk-herts.aspx

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