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Teenager mentor from Tonbridge speaks out about the importance of keeping in touch with friends and coping during lockdown as part of Childrens Mental Health Week Published: 06:00, 04 February 2021 A Kent teenager who struggled with their identity and became a peer mentor as a result, is urging other teenagers not to isolate themselves and get support whenever they need it - especially during lockdown. Sixteen year-old CJ is from Tonbridge and knows only too well how young people may feel alone...

Childrens Mental Health Week: Six ways to improve childrens mental health including creative activities, mindfulness and outdoor games Published: 06:00, 02 February 2021 This week is Childrens Mental Health Week but the impact the pandemics restrictions are having on young people mean its now more important than ever to ensure we are looking after the mental wellbeing of children and teenagers. But what can families do to help lift low moods, anxiety and address worries? We share some expert su...