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Sep 2024
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How do I talk to my child about mental h...

Giovanna Fletcher
About this episode

Did you know that 50% of mental health conditions start by the age of 14?


Child psychologist Professor Sam Wass, who you might recognise from Channel 4's The Secret Life of 4- and 5-Year Olds, joins Gi to chat all things young people’s mental health, in a special Parenting SOS episode brought to you by Bupa.

 

Sam shares his tips and strategies for parents to have open conversations about their children’s mental health, plus the steps to take if you’re feeling concerned.


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