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Children may feel excluded if they are not included in family ceremonies and services after someone has died.
If you exclude them from family ceremonies and services after someone has died it could make them feel excluded.
Service · Observational claim · From Children and bereavement, [page]
Memory boxes can provide an important link between a child and someone who has died or is about to die.
A memory box contains things that remind you both of your time together. It can provide an important link between you and your child once you've gone.
Service · Observational claim · From Children and bereavement, [page]
Children may start talking about death or including it in their play as a way to make sense of what has happened.
Over time, children may start to talk more about their loss at different times and in different ways. Young children may start talking about death or including it in their play, but this is normal and is a way for them to make sense of what has happened.
Service · Observational claim · From Children and bereavement, [page]
Direct and honest communication is more helpful than trying to protect a child by hiding the truth.
Direct, honest and open communication is more helpful than trying to protect your child by hiding the truth.
Service · Observational claim · From Children and bereavement, [page]
Pre-bereavement counselling helps children think and talk about their feelings and share their worries.
Pre-bereave...ment, it can help a child to talk about the person who's died.
Service · Observational claim · From Children and bereavement, [page]
Children can benefit from special support if they have a loved one who is going to die.
If a child has a loved one, such as a friend or family member who's going to die, they can benefit from special support.
Service · Observational claim · From Children and bereavement, [page]
Decide whether or not to show injuries or scars when talking about self-harm.
decide if you want to show the other person any injuries or scars – if you're talking to a health professional they may want to check if you need treatment
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
Allow the other person to ask questions but you are not obligated to answer them all immediately.
let the other person ask questions – but do not feel you have to answer them all right now
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
It is important to talk openly and honestly about self-harm.
try to talk honestly and openly – be clear about how you're feeling, why you're asking for help and things they may be able to do
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
Inform the person that discussing self-harm may be shocking but you are seeking help.
let the person know that what you're sharing may be a shock to them, but you're looking for help
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
It is advisable to prepare what you want to say before talking about self-harm.
practise what you want to say first
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
Choosing the right time and place to talk about self-harm can make it easier.
decide on the right time or place to talk to someone – it may feel easier to write something down, talk online or call
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
It is recommended to find a trusted person such as a close friend, family member, trained volunteer or health professional.
find someone you can trust – such as a close friend, family member, trained volunteer or health professional
Service · Procedural statement · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
Many people feel more supported and less alone after talking to someone about self-harm.
It can be difficult to know how to talk to your friends, family or a health professional about self-harm. But many people feel more supported and less alone after talking to someone.
Service · Observational claim · From How to tell someone about self-harm, [page]
Creating a safety plan can be helpful for those with suicidal thoughts.
if you struggle with suicidal thoughts, it may help to make a safety plan to use if you need it – the Staying Safe website has a guide on how to make a safety plan
Service · Policy statement · From Ways to help avoid self-harm, page
Reading about mental health can provide useful information and support.
read about mental health and wellbeing – including help for common feelings such as stress, anxiety and depression
Service · Policy statement · From Ways to help avoid self-harm, page
Writing down feelings can be a therapeutic way to express emotions.
write down your feelings – no one else needs to see it
Service · Policy statement · From Ways to help avoid self-harm, page
Calming breathing exercises can help reduce anxiety.
try calming breathing exercises or other things you find relaxing to reduce feelings of anxiety
Service · Policy statement · From Ways to help avoid self-harm, page
Distracting oneself can help reduce the urge to self-harm.
try waiting before you consider self-harm – distract yourself by going out for a walk, listening to music, or doing something else harmless to keep you busy; the need to self-harm may begin to pass over time
Service · Policy statement · From Ways to help avoid self-harm, page
Identifying triggers for self-harm can help in finding safer ways to express emotions.
try working out if feeling a certain way leads to your self-harm – for example, when you're feeling sad or anxious you could try expressing that emotion in a safer way
Service · Policy statement · From Ways to help avoid self-harm, page