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MNHQ here: have you found good ways to combat loneliness in children or young people?

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RowanMumsnet · 01/09/2017 10:14

Hello

As part of our worth with Action for Children and the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness, we're looking into the issue of loneliness and isolation among children and young people (up to 25).

We'd love to hear about any strategies you have for addressing loneliness in these age groups. You might have experience with your own children, or children and young people you know, look after or teach. These could be practical suggestions for finding companions and friends, mindfulness/wellbeing strategies, ways to boost self-esteem, particular groups or organisations who have helped - anything that you've tried and found to be effective. What advice would you give to another parent or carer looking for ways to help?

We'll use the results to inform the report that Action for Children is putting together for the Jo Cox Commission.

Thanks
MNHQ

RowanMumsnet · 01/09/2017 11:33

Thanks both. I'm very sorry to read about your sons' situations - it must be really distressing for you all.

RowanMumsnet · 08/09/2017 16:26

Hello all

Loads of really interesting and thoughtful posts on here, thank you. Some sad stories too (as well as hopeful ones); thanks for sharing them with us.

Action for Children are hoping to put together a list of practical actions that carers and parents can take; we'll share that with you when it's ready.

@NeverEverEver

My DD is joining a local sports club tonight, and has enquired about joining local Girl Guides, both based entirely on this thread. Smile

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