Useful Websites for Parents
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NSPCC Support and tips to help you keep children safe. From advice on children’s mental health to staying safe online, support for parents and what to do if you’re worried about a child.
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Barnardos We provide a range of services to help and support families across the UK, working with organisations and professionals so that children get the best start in life
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Family Action Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across the country.
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Parenting Special Children Parenting Special Children’s mission is to provide specialist parenting support to parents and carers of children and young people with Special Needs, so that they can create positive change in their lives.
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Child Law Advice The Child Law Advice Service provides legal advice and information on family, child and education law affecting children and families in England. This service is provided via this website packed with how to guides and information pages. Should you require further assistance after reading through the website, we have an email advice service and a dedicated intensive support telephone lines for complex matters and clarifying questions.
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Understanding Screen Addiction and Responsible Digital Use Screen addiction' is becoming a real problem, even more so during COVID-19 lockdowns, which is why it's more important than ever for children and adults alike to learn and develop healthier digital habits. So I wanted to share this useful resource called “Understanding Screen Addiction and Responsible Digital Use” which offers lots of valuable information such as: How technology use has changed over the years (72% of adults now consider smartphones their most essential device) The impact of COVID-19 on screen time use and digital behaviours (smartphone usage in the UK surged by 30% during lockdown) Understanding screen addictions and how our devices affect our brains and change our behaviours (e.g. dopamine-driven reward loops) Helpful tips and useful advice for tackling device addiction, managing gadget and internet use, and creating healthier digital habits.