This short episode introduces the forthcoming podcasts which are designed to help us understand the development of children and young people.In these we will be looking from conception to birth, and the developmental stages which follow. This is intended to inform and help parents and others, to nurture the child's progress. There will be some episodes which focus upon particular areas of difficulty  young people and their families experience.

On this updated version we look at internal factors and their relationship with stress

Learning the 'SOOTHE' technique.

In this episode we learn another way of managing anxiety. Suitable for young people and adults, this exercise is a 'preventive' approach.

This episode describes some characteristic traits of the abusive relationship. It offers some initial guidance and is intended to open the awareness of those in relationships where emotional abuse may be occurring, and will inevitably impact upon childrenThe Children's Consultancy remains committed to the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children,  young people and  families. It works alongside child protection, police forces, social care, the NHS and victim abuse services.You are encouraged to contact any agency for further help, and do please forward this podcast to anyone who you feel may be experiencing domestic ,emotional or other abuse/s.Any calls to TCC will be responded to as quickly as possible and guidance will be offered in confidence.

In part 2 we examine the ways in which it is possible to protect yourself, and recover from abusive behaviours.