When discussing sibling sexual behaviour, it’s important to accurately describe the behaviour, the context and the sibling dynamic, while staying sensitive to the impact language has on family members.
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Podcast: Supporting Black mothers facing perinatal mental health challenges
Listen to Sandra Igwe, founder of The Motherhood Group, discuss the importance of providing inclusive support for maternal mental health during pregnancy and the first year following childbirth.
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Mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse
What are the latest government plans for a mandatory duty in England to report known or suspected child sexual abuse?
Why language matters: why you should avoid the acronym 'LAC' when talking about children in care
Exploring the implications of using the acronym 'LAC' to refer to looked after children within the care system.
Oct
27
2023
Why language matters: using ‘non-accidental head injury’ and not ‘shaken baby syndrome’
Exploring the history, impact and implications for practice around the term ‘shaken baby syndrome’ and the alternatives professionals can use.
Sept
22
2023
Why language matters: what is meant by ‘early help’
Explores the use of the terms ‘early help’ and ‘early intervention’ in England and discusses the impact of conflating the two terms on the provision of support.
Aug
22
2023
Why language matters: talking about ‘equal protection from physical assault’ rather than calling for a ‘smacking ban’
Why talking about ‘equal protection from physical assault’ better reflects the need for a change in the law than calling for a ‘smacking ban’.
Jul
27
2023
Why language matters: how the label ‘older boyfriend’ can mask child sexual exploitation
Discusses the problems with the term ‘older boyfriend’ and prompts professionals to recognise the links to grooming and child sexual exploitation.
Jun
20
2023
Why language matters: why you should avoid labelling allegations as ‘malicious’
Blog exploring the risks around labelling an allegation as ‘malicious’ before properly assessing the situation.
May
23
2023
Why language matters: domestic abuse is broader than domestic violence
This blog looks at why using the term "domestic abuse" can help us to consider the wider experiences of children and families beyond physical violence.
May
02
2023
Why language matters: how ‘toxic trio’ is unhelpful and inaccurate
Parental domestic abuse, parental substance misuse and parental mental health problems – the toxic trio? This post explores the issues around the term ‘toxic trio’, the complexities around its use, and what professionals might consider using instead.
Mar
27
2023
Why language matters: in need of attention, not ‘attention seeking’
How reframing attention-seeking behaviour as attention needing can prompt professionals to consider children’s unmet needs.
Feb
24
2023
Why language matters: why we should never use ‘child pornography’ and always say child sexual abuse material
This blog post looks at the significant impact of using the term 'child sexual abuse material' instead of ‘child pornography’ which diminishes the seriousness of the crime. It is aimed at anyone working in the wider child protection sphere (in any capacity), anyone whose work involves children and young people, as well as those working directly with children and young people.
Jan
30
2023