boundaries
How to set boundaries in different areas of your life
Setting boundaries isn't easy but it's a great skill to have as you navigate life - be it with family, friends or on social media
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What happens when I get in touch with Childline?
The Childline 24-Hour Support Line is one of the services provided by the ISPCC and is available for all young people, aged 18 years and younger.
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What happens when YOU are the biggest bully in your life
Bullying is a traumatising experience for anyone who has been through it. But what
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How to deal with a controlling or aggressive friend
When a friend becomes controlling, manipulative or aggressive, it can be hard to know what action to take to improve the situation
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3 ways to stop worrying about what people think of you
Overthinking and worrying about what other people think of us is something we all
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How to cope when a friend ghosts you
It's bad enough in romantic relationships but it can be even more painful when a friend ghosts you and you're left in the dark.
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Childline’s 24 Hour Support Line and Other Services Explained
What exactly is Childline's 24 Hour Support Line and what other services do you provide for children and families?
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What is Social Exclusion?
Research has shown that social exclusion can have a detrimental effect on your mental health, including the loss of self-esteem.
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What’s the difference between teasing and bullying?
Teasing in a light-hearted way can be part of a healthy relationship but being maliciously made fun of can be a form of bullying.
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Bullying and the role of the bystander
Bullies can make life very difficult for the people they target but what often makes it worse is the bystander who looks on and does nothing.
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How to handle traditional or ‘offline’ bullying
A lot has been written about cyberbullying in recent years but traditional or 'offline' bullying is still just as prevalent.
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5 great tips on how to AVOID being affected by Bullying
Every one of us will deal with challenging people in our lives at some
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