Child homicides are most commonly (35%) perpetrated by the child’s parent or step-parent. https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/statistics-briefings/child-deaths-abuse-neglect https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/statistics-briefings/child-deaths-abuse-neglect Why do we keep failing abused children? Genuine question so please feel free to answer. Why? I’m tired What an understatement I’m physically, mentally, and emotionally drained from my very inner core. I am frustrated Another understatement I am seething…
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Sometimes, my mum would have a mental health crisis, a condition that made her believe she was a child. Mental Health Awareness 2024
Sometimes, my mum would have a mental health crisis, a condition that made her believe she was a child. What first thought comes into your head as I say that? Let’s do it again. Sometimes, my mum would believe she was a child and act like one. What’s your initial thoughts?Who helped her?Who helped me?Was…
Guest blog: “Feeling responsible for men’s feelings started early for me”
I would like you all to welcome our first guest blogger. She is a very good friend of mine, and I have had to lean on her many times. She is one of the few people who knows the real me and accepts me for who I am. We met through work but very quickly…
My best friend’s daughter …. Tell your family that is not blood how much you love them today…
Family isn’t always blood. It’s the people in your life who want you in theirs. The ones who accept you for who you are. The ones who would do anything to see you smile and who love you no matter what.” ― Maya Angelou When I was growing up, I had an Auntie named Sue. She…
#Bemorematt – Watching a mum say goodbye
“Addiction is not a choice that anybody makes; it’s not a moral failure. What it actually is: it’s a response to human suffering.” Mate Gabour I went to a funeral on Friday of a 32-year-old man. I avoid funerals at all costs, but there are times when you can’t stick your head in the sand,…
Uncovering Hidden Memories of Harmful Sexual Behaviour.
I had fantastic training with The AIM project this week, with the very epic Karen Martin. You can read more about The AIM Project and what they do here, but as an overview, The Aim Projectlooks at models, frameworks, and practice guidance for children and young people impacted by harmful sexual behavior (HSB). Aim stands…
Out of the Shadows 