Anna Freud

Anna Freud We're a mental health charity and we’ve been supporting children and young people for over 70 years. This account is monitored Monday-Friday 9am-5pm GMT.

We listen to and learn from their diverse voices, and integrate this with learnings from our science and practice to develop and deliver mental health care. This holistic approach has world-changing potential – our training, schools support, networks, partnerships and resources equip those who impact children and young people’s lives with the knowledge and skills to support their mental health. We believe mental wellbeing is the foundation from which children and young people achieve their potential. By continually expanding our understanding and translating it into practice – grounded in science and guided by children and young people – we can ensure they get the right support at the right time.

Should we intervene when there is repeated conflict between children? One of our child and adolescent psychotherapists,...
08/01/2026

Should we intervene when there is repeated conflict between children?

One of our child and adolescent psychotherapists, Holly Dwyer-Hall, says that ‘persistent difficulties might be signalling to us that these children are struggling in other areas of their life and need our attention.’

But when we do intervene, she said, we need to do so in a way that doesn't take away the child's sense of confidence in managing their own difficulties.

Read Nursery World Magazine new article to see what other experts think too: https://orlo.uk/poTcR

On 3 December, we marked the 130th birthday of our founder, Anna Freud, a pioneering child psychoanalyst. She helped tra...
07/01/2026

On 3 December, we marked the 130th birthday of our founder, Anna Freud, a pioneering child psychoanalyst. She helped transform the way we treat children and young people’s mental health problems.

A day later, Wes Streeting announced an independent review into why there has been an increase in mental health, ADHD and autism diagnoses.

As a country, we need to invest our limited resources into laying the foundations for good mental health in our children and young people. This includes investing in the building blocks of wellbeing, from family support to youth services, community resources and schools that champion inclusion and belonging.

We will be monitoring the mental health prevalence review throughout 2026. We hope its findings will help ensure more young people are able to fulfil their potential.

Read more from our CEO, Professor Eamon McCrory, in Children & Young People Now: https://orlo.uk/yi37s

Could feeling a sense of belonging at school be the missing piece in pupils’ wellbeing? Education staff, come to our we...
05/01/2026

Could feeling a sense of belonging at school be the missing piece in pupils’ wellbeing?

Education staff, come to our webinar to hear from our mental health experts about:
🖋️ the latest research around inclusion, belonging, and identity
🖋️ what makes some students more likely to struggle with belonging
🖋️ practical tips for how schools and colleges can support students to feel a sense of belonging.

Sign up: https://orlo.uk/tY6pJ

We have a limited number of free places available for state-funded schools in some boroughs of London - check the concessionary places section on our booking page.

We’re excited to share key research findings from 2025 via the Evidence-Based Practice Unit, an Anna Freud project! Ann...
31/12/2025

We’re excited to share key research findings from 2025 via the Evidence-Based Practice Unit, an Anna Freud project!

Anna Freud has led the way in reimagining mental health care for more than 70 years. Sharing research like means we can improve systems that transform care for children, young people and families.

Read the full accounts of these studies and more here: https://orlo.uk/iFe4S

The holidays can be a magical time but are often stressful for autistic people and their families. Tiegan, our neurodiv...
23/12/2025

The holidays can be a magical time but are often stressful for autistic people and their families.

Tiegan, our neurodivergent consultant, trainer and Autism Central Associate, has shared their tips on how to keep regulated, safe and happy during the holiday season.

Watch their video with more tips: https://orlo.uk/3NCuF

You can reflect on topics like this with other families of autistic people in our free events: https://orlo.uk/pTA53

Or book a free one-to-one session with one of our trained peer guides for practical guidance and signposting: https://orlo.uk/4mnPA


Autism Central is commissioned by NHS England and delivered by Anna Freud.

23/12/2025

What works for one person may not work for you and vice versa. Do what you need to take care of yourself this holiday season. ⛄️

Around 1.6 million young people aged 16-24 in England are experiencing mental health challenges. Social media is part of...
23/12/2025

Around 1.6 million young people aged 16-24 in England are experiencing mental health challenges.

Social media is part of the picture. But so is the loss of real-world connection, community and belonging.

Here at Anna Freud we’re re-shaping this narrative – for example through our work helping education staff to develop healthy relationships in schools.

Read more in this article in Nuffield Foundation from our CEO Professor Eamon McCrory: https://orlo.uk/cEUdw

You can also find a shorter version in : https://orlo.uk/WSm4h

We're closed until 09:00 on Monday 5 January, and many of our projects and services are running at reduced capacity in t...
22/12/2025

We're closed until 09:00 on Monday 5 January, and many of our projects and services are running at reduced capacity in this time.

The holiday period can be hard - especially if you're struggling with your mental health or are supporting someone who is.

And if you need someone to talk to, don't forget you can:
💙 Text AFC to 85258: https://orlo.uk/WWwC3
💙 Head to Mind's website for resources and emotional support: https://orlo.uk/wjIQL
💙 Call Samaritans on 116 123: https://orlo.uk/zb4lJ
💙 For urgent clinical support, in the UK remember you can contact your GP surgery, your local A&E or NHS 111, or your emergency services in your country.

And for more helplines go to https://www.annafreud.org/resources/children-and-young-peoples-wellbeing/young-people-urgent-help/

If you have a media query, you can reach our External Affairs team on media@annafreud.org.

19/12/2025

Our CEO, Professor Eamon McCrory, reflects on our recent visit from HRH the Princess of Wales 🩵

Research suggests people who are more socially connected – whether that’s with friends, family or their wider community – have fewer mental health problems than those who are less well connected and are physically healthier, too.

But young people in Britain are more likely to report feelings of loneliness than any other age group.

During the visit, the Princess met parents and carers working on a new project to support knowledge and skills among health visitors and those who work alongside them. It aims to particularly make a difference for babies and children who are most at risk of reaching the age of five without the social and emotional skills they need for a happy, healthy life. We’re incredibly excited to be working with the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood and the Institute of Health Visiting on this.

Read our full account of the day:
https://www.annafreud.org/news/the-princess-of-wales-discusses-the-power-of-relationships-during-visit-to/

Community holds so much power for young people’s mental health. Nana, our Head of Clinical Services, shares why buildin...
19/12/2025

Community holds so much power for young people’s mental health.

Nana, our Head of Clinical Services, shares why building communities and relationships are key to improving young people’s wellbeing. Read her full blog and donate to support young people’s mental health: https://orlo.uk/4xmcC

Are you working with family members of autistic people, or do you need personalised guidance for your own family? We’re...
17/12/2025

Are you working with family members of autistic people, or do you need personalised guidance for your own family?

We’re commissioned by the NHS to offer free, online coaching sessions through Autism Central.

These sessions are delivered by our trained and supervised peer guides with lived or family experience.

The sessions offer a safe space to reflect on autistic wellbeing, family life and practical guidance, helping you feel heard, connected and navigate services.

Anyone living in England and supporting an autistic person of any age is eligible. 4, 8 or 10 consecutive sessions can be booked.

Find out more and get booked in: https://orlo.uk/FAuao

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