Physical signs of harm that are Changes in clothing e.g. long – repeated or appear non-accidental sleeves in warm weather Changes in eating / sleeping habits Secretive behaviour Increased isolation from friends or Skipping PE or getting changed family, becoming socially withdrawn secretively Changes in activity and mood Lateness to, or absence from school Lowering of academic achievement Repeated physical pain or nausea Talking or joking about self-harm or with no evident cause suicide An increase in lateness or Abusing drugs or alcohol absenteeism Expressing feelings of failure, uselessness or loss of hope 10.0 Targeted support We recognise some children and young people are at greater risk of experiencing poorer mental health. For example, those who are in care, young carers, those who have had previous access to CAMHS, those living with parents/carers with a mental illness and those living in households experiencing domestic violence. We work closely with school nurses and their teams in supporting the emotional and mental health needs of school-aged children and are equipped to work at community, family and individual levels. Their skills cover identifying issues early, determining potential risks and providing early intervention to prevent issues escalating. We ensure timely and effective identification of students who would benefit from targeted support and ensure appropriate referral to support services by: Providing specific help for those children most at risk (or already showing signs) of social, emotional, and behavioural problems; Working closely with Liverpool City Council Children’s Services, Liverpool CAMHS and other agencies services to follow various protocols including assessment and referral; Identifying and assessing in line with the Early Help Assessment Tool (EHAT), children who are showing early signs of anxiety, emotional distress, or behavioural problems;
Physical signs of harm that are repeated or appear non-accidental Changes in eating / sleeping habits Increased isolation from friends or family, becoming socially withdrawn Changes in activity and mood Lowering of academic achievement Talking or joking about self-harm or suicide Abusing drugs or alcohol Expressing feelings of failure, uselessness or loss of hope Changes in clothing – e.g. long sleeves in warm weather Secretive behaviour Skipping PE or getting changed secretively Lateness to, or absence from school Repeated physical pain or nausea with no evident cause An increase in lateness or absenteeism 10.0 Targeted support We recognise some children and young people are at greater risk of experiencing poorer mental health. For example, those who are in care, young carers, those who have had previous access to CAMHS, those living with parents/carers with a mental illness and those living in households experiencing domestic violence. We work closely with school nurses and their teams in supporting the emotional and mental health needs of school-aged children and are equipped to work at community, family and individual levels. Their skills cover identifying issues early, determining potential risks and providing early intervention to prevent issues escalating. We ensure timely and effective identification of students who would benefit from targeted support and ensure appropriate referral to support services by: Providing specific help for those children most at risk (or already showing signs) of social, emotional, and behavioural problems; Working closely with Liverpool City Council Children’s Services, Liverpool CAMHS and other agencies services to follow various protocols including assessment and referral; Identifying and assessing in line with the Early Help Assessment Tool (EHAT), children who are showing early signs of anxiety, emotional distress, or behavioural problems;
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