Otis Doesn’t Scratch – Helping Children to Understand Self-Harm

Clare Shaw, United States, 2015

Related to Temperament, behaviour, attention and conduct difficulties

‘Otis Doesn’t Scratch uses beautiful illustrations and storytelling to engage with the complex issue of self-injury. Aimed at children ages 4-8 who may have a parent, sibling or friend who self-injures, this stand-alone storybook is accompanied by an informative guide for parents, carers and staff. A ground-breaking, invaluable resource for children and their carers – with text by Clare Shaw and illustrations by Tamsin Walker.’

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Otis Doesn’t Scratch – Helping Children to Understand Self-Harm

Clare Shaw, United States, 2015

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Climate change-related worry in children and young people: What does the research evidence say?

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Highlights in child mental health research: May 2022

Highlights in child mental health research: April 2022

Highlights in child mental health research: March 2022

Children’s experiences of family violence

Understanding children’s behaviour as communication

Bushfire response resource pack

Overcoming communication challenges to engage children webinar

It takes a village: Understanding the drivers that facilitate interagency collaboration for improved mental health outcomes for children aged 0–12

Highlights in child mental health research: January 2021

Highlights in child mental health research: November 2020

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