Over 60% of girls in the UK have low self-esteem, with only 39% of girls having high body confidence. Clinical Director for Mental Health at Bupa, Pablo Vandenabeele, shares his thoughts on how parents can help teens cope with body image issues…
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Activities, news, and practical to help support positive mental and emotional health and wellbeing for kids
4 Ways To Help Shy Kids Speak Up and Be Heard
TEDx speaker and author Lindsay Maclean shares how we can begin teaching our kids to speak up and be heard through our actions, not words…
4 Ways To Encourage Your Child’s Passions
Educational psychologist Dr. Dion Terralong shares her advice on how parents can help encourage their children’s passions and follow their dreams…
Dame Jacqueline Wilson on Tackling Tough Topics in Children's Fiction
As the legendary children’s author (and her most well-loved character) make a literary return, Happiful chats exclusively to Dame Jacqueline Wilson about Tracy Beaker, tackling tough topics, and how her stories never shy away from the difficult aspects of family life…
Happiful Reads: 3 Inspiring Books for Busy Young Minds
Finding good books for kids is easy. Finding great books that are not only engaging, but help them to feel more confident, self-assured, and happy? That can be a challenge. We share three books for kids 7+ that promote happiness, positive emotional and mental health in fun ways.…
How To Help Children Spot ‘Fake News’
We've all heard of fake news, but do our kids know how to recognise it when they see it? Early-years educational expert Katie Harrison shares her top tips to help kids spot fake news…
Dealing With Anger in a Healthy Way as a Parent
Feeling angry in certain situations is a natural response. When we fail to find a healthy way of expressing our anger, it can become a problem. With over 30 years of experience working in children’s services, Pam Rowe shares her tips on healthy ways parents can manage their anger.…
Simple, Free Activities to Help Kids Feel Less Stressed, Anxious, and More Mindful During the Holiday Season
Christmas and the holiday season can be a magical time for children, filled with excitement, anticipation and fun times spent with family and friends. But, with changes to routines, general upheaval and hectic schedules, it can also be a distressing, worry-filled time for some kids and teens…
Happiful Reads: The Trans Teen Survival Guide
Trans rights campaigners Fox Fisher and Owl use their shared experiences to create a simple, must-have guide for transgender teens…