Evidence-informed, plain-language articles to help you understand your child's needs and navigate the right support.
If you’re approaching a CAMHS assessment, or considering a private one, knowing what to expect can reduce anxiety and help you feel more confident in the process. A…
One of the things parents often find hardest is working out what to tell the rest of the family. How do you explain autism or OCD to a…
Living with a child who has a strong need for sameness or routine can be exhausting, confusing, and at times deeply worrying. You may find yourself planning every…
School can be one of the most challenging environments for a child with autism or OCD — and also one of the most important places to get support…
Private assessments for autism and OCD have grown significantly in recent years, partly driven by the scale of NHS waiting times. For some families, a private assessment is…
One of the most demoralising things about seeking help for a child’s mental health is being told to wait. Months, sometimes over a year, while your child continues…
Pillar: Navigating the system Read time: 5 min read Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) is the NHS service in England that provides assessment and treatment for…
Pillar: Navigating the system Read time: 6 min read Many parents spend months — sometimes years — observing their child’s behaviour before they feel ready to speak to…
Pillar: Understanding the difference Read time: 6 min read Most parents know about children and their rigidity. Toddlers are famously so. But there’s a difference between the ordinary…
Pillar: Understanding the difference Read time: 7 min read Some of the most puzzling behaviours parents describe involve a child’s need for things to feel exactly right. Not…