Big Emotions at Christmas
You are your child's SAFE space. That means they feel SAFE to express their big emotions - and their Christmas overwhelm.
Dec 20, 2024 2 minutes
christmas with kids
Parents, carers &
children
Professionals &
organisations
Primary care &
integrated health care
Local authorities &
businesses
1 in 5 UK children have a probable mental health disorder. (NHS Digital, 2024)
82% of UK parents have shown signs of parental burnout. (Action for Children, 2024)
2 out of 3 parents take time off work due to children's mental health needs. (Nutfield Trust, 2024)
50% of mental health disorders are established by age 14. (Mental Health Foundation, 2024)
Nearly half of children referred to mental health services in the UK are under 13 years old. (Children's Commissioner Report, 2024)