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Down's syndrome and speech and language development

WEBEvery person with Down’s syndrome is an individual, with their own unique personality, strengths and differences. This page is about some of the characteristics which many …

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Memory Difficulties

WEBThe following changes are helpful to support children learn and remember new information. minimise distractions. their seat in a classroom such as at front of class next to a …

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My communication and health passport

WEBMy reasonable adjustments. Reasonable adjustments are small changes under the Equality Act (2010) that a doctor, nurse or health professional can make to your appointment.

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Children's psychological wellbeing practitioner

WEBWho are children’s psychological wellbeing practitioner (CPWP)s? Children’s psychological wellbeing practitioner (CPWP) work with children, young people and their parents and …

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Children with neurodevelopmental difficulties who avoid or refuse …

WEBChildren with developmental difficulties, for example Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), often have problems with eating. Research has shown that 40 to 80 percent will have …

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Parent and infant relationship service (PAIRS)

WEBEarly relationships matter Early relationships influence the way that a baby’s brain develops. When parents and carers are able to tune-in and respond to their babies’ needs …

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Grounding techniques

WEBGrounding techniques. Grounding is a practice that can help you pull away from flashbacks, unwanted memories, and negative or challenging emotions. These techniques may help …

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STAR crisis resources

WEBCommunity mental health and wellbeing resources. Sheffield Futures provides support with community participation, health, wellbeing, life skills and progression, alongside youth …

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Puberty in boys with learning disabilities

WEBWhat is puberty? Everybody experiences puberty as part of growing up, and it can be a difficult time for young people and their families whether they have a learning disability …

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Puberty in girls with learning disabilities

WEBThe impact of puberty for young people with learning disabilities. Puberty is a difficult time for all children. Children with learning disabilities may find it especially difficult as they …

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Puberty and autism in girls

WEBPeriods. Most girls start their periods between 11 and 13 years old but it can be younger than this. When your child gets their period, blood will come out of their vagina. Periods …

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Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)

WEBWhat is a brief resolved unexplained event? A brief resolved unexplained event, or ‘BRUE’, is a condition that affects children under 12 months old. A BRUE can be a very …

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Osteogenesis imperfecta in primary school

WEBStarting primary school The transition into primary school needs to be planned and well managed. The school should arrange a meeting with the child’s parents and carers and …

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Child protection medical examination

WEBA ‘child protection medical examination’ is the full check-up by a senior children’s doctor to look for any signs of harm that may have happened to your child. A chaperone will …

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MAPS service for looked after children

WEBSheffield’s child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS) has a dedicated service called MAPS which stands for multi-agency psychological support. MAPS is available to …

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Understanding and managing challenging behaviour

WEBWhat is challenging behaviour? Challenging behaviour refers to behaviours that are difficult or challenging for parents, carers, and professionals to manage. These behaviours can …

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